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best flowers to plant in front of house

Creating a welcoming entrance starts with choosing the best flowers to plant in front of house. Whether your goal is vibrant colour, fragrance, or year-round interest, the right blooms can truly elevate your home’s curb appeal. In New Zealand gardens, choosing flowers suited to our climate means less maintenance and more beautiful results. Let’s explore top options and easy-care favourites, as well as some unique selections that will make your front garden the envy of the neighbourhood.

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' plant with masses of red flowers growing in a pot on a patio.

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' is a compact ground cover rose valued for its masses of vibrant cherry red flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This hardy rose performs extremely well in New Zealand gardens, providing continuous colour from spring through autumn with minimal maintenance.

From $34.43

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Rose 'Spiced Coffee'

Rose 'Spiced Coffee' is a distinctive flowering rose valued for its unusual warm toned blooms, healthy foliage, and long flowering season. The flowers are produced freely from spring through autumn and create an elegant display in New Zealand gardens.

From $44.09

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 85 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' plant with blue flowers.
Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' (Catmint)

Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' is a compact catmint with aromatic silvery green foliage and rich blue flower spikes through the warmer months. The rounded...

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Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' plants in a cottage garden featuring orange flowers and lush green foliage.
Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a variety of the commonly known Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet White' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its masses of pure white flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This tough...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Red' ground cover with masses of red flowers.
Rose 'Flower Carpet Red'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Red' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its rich red flowers and outstanding disease resistance. This tough rose performs...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Pink' stunning pink flowers.
Rose 'Flower Carpet Pink'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Pink' is a low growing ground cover rose loved for its masses of clear pink flowers, spreading habit, and dependable garden...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Scarlet' plants with red flowers above lush, green foliage.
Rose 'Flower Carpet Scarlet'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Scarlet' is a low growing ground cover rose that produces a bold display of scarlet red flowers over a long season. Its spreading...

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A border planting of Rose 'Flower Carpet Gold' with masses of yellow flowers.
Rose 'Flower Carpet Gold'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Gold' is a low growing ground cover rose that delivers a bright display of golden yellow blooms across a long flowering season...

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Petrosedum sediforme lush, green foliage.
Petrosedum sediforme

Petrosedum sediforme is a hardy evergreen succulent valued for its dense mats of narrow, blue green leaves and bright summer flowers. Its low...

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Orange 'Best Seedless' orange fruit with orange flesh.
Orange 'Best Seedless'

The 'Best Seedless' Orange is a superb variety prized for its deliciously sweet, seedless fruit and easy-to-peel skin. Perfect for New Zealand...

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Moss pole for plants.
Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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A strong and studry planting spade.
Ace1 Planting Spade

The Ace 1 planting spade is a must for any gardener. This spade is designed so it can penetrate the ground easily without jarring the wrists in the...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser Tablets

Indoor plants require feeding from the time you get them home as nurseries typically only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last 4-8 weeks after...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

From$15.95
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5 Litre Plant Pots

5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing larger shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and young trees. They provide generous root space to...

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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

1.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide useful...

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3.5 Litre Plant Pots

3.5 Litre Plant Pots are a versatile choice for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other established plants. They provide generous root...

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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

2.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical option for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide ample root...

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Native Plant Fertiliser

Native Plant Fertiliser is specially formulated to support healthy growth in a wide range of NZ native plants. It provides balanced nutrition to...

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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

0.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young plants, herbs, seedlings, and smaller ornamentals. Their compact size makes them ideal...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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Plant watering bottle for watering a plant on a shelf.
Plant Watering Bottle

Plant Watering Bottles provide a simple and convenient way to deliver water directly to indoor plants, seedlings, cuttings, and small container...

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White waterproof paper plant tags for sale.
Waterproof Paper Plant Tags

Waterproof Paper Plant Tags provide a practical way to label plants, trays, pots, and nursery stock while resisting moisture during everyday growing...

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Ageratum 'Hawaii Blue' blue floss-like flowers above green foliage.
Ageratum 'Hawaii Blue' (Floss Flower Plant)

Ageratum 'Hawaii Blue' is a compact and vibrant annual that fills NZ gardens with its fluffy, bright blue blooms throughout the warmer months. This...

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Campanula Alba plant with white flowers.
Campanula alba (White Bell Flower Plant)

Campanula alba is a charming flowering perennial valued for its graceful white bell shaped blooms and compact garden habit. The flowers bring a...

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Eriostemon Flower Girl white flowers and green foliage.
Eriostemon 'Flower Girl'

Eriostemon 'Flower Girl' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its masses of soft pink star shaped flowers and aromatic green foliage. Flowering...

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Pink flowers on Abutilon 'Roseus'.
Abutilon Roseus (Flowering Maple)

Abutilon Roseus is a graceful flowering shrub admired for its elegant rose pink, bell shaped blooms that appear from spring through autumn. The...

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Rose 'Best Friend'

Rose 'Best Friend' is a charming modern rose known for its attractive blooms and reliable garden performance. Flowering repeatedly through the warmer...

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Hydrangea 'Flower Master Blue' plants in a country garden and covered in blue flowers.
Hydrangea 'Flower Master Blue'

Hydrangea 'Flower Master Blue' is a striking deciduous shrub known for its large rich blue mophead flowers that create bold summer colour in New...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'

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Why Front Garden Flowers Matter

The front of your house is your home’s first impression. Well-chosen flowers can soften architectural lines, draw the eye to entryways, and even add a subtle scent to the air. When considering the best flowers to plant in front of house, think about sunlight, soil type, and the look you want to achieve—whether formal, cottagey, or native-inspired.

Top Picks: Best Flowers for Front Gardens

1. Portulaca Pazzaz Sunset (Moss Rose Plant)

For a truly low-maintenance splash of colour, Portulaca Pazzaz Sunset (Moss Rose Plant) is a standout. This sun-loving perennial flourishes in hot, dry spots and produces bright, cheerful blooms all summer. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for lining garden edges or tucking into stone walls.

2. Brunfelsia Blue Moon (Yesterday Today and Tomorrow Flower)

For those who want interest throughout the seasons and a touch of fragrance, Brunfelsia Blue Moon (Yesterday Today and Tomorrow Flower) is ideal. With its unique blooms shifting from purple to white over several days, it adds evolving colour to your front garden. Position it near pathways or entry steps where you can enjoy its subtle scent.

3. Prostanthera Eddington Blue (Mint Bush Plant)

Looking for something a bit different? Try the Prostanthera Eddington Blue (Mint Bush Plant). This NZ-suited shrub provides soft, aromatic foliage with clusters of purple-blue flowers in spring. It’s fantastic for adding texture and attracting pollinators right by your doorway.

4. Leonotis leonurus (Lions Tail Plant)

If you prefer striking statement plants, Leonotis leonurus (Lions Tail Plant) offers vibrant orange flower spikes, perfect for creating a focal point. The architectural blooms not only catch the eye but also invite native birds and butterflies.

5. Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant)

While often found indoors, Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant) makes a lush, hardy option for shaded entryways or window boxes. The variegated foliage brightens up darker spots and pairs beautifully with flowering companions.

Quick Tips for a Stunning Entrance

When you choose the best flowers to plant in front of house, you’re not only beautifying your home—you’re welcoming guests and wildlife alike. Explore our range for even more inspiration, and watch your kerb appeal burst into bloom this season.

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Griselinia 'Canterbury' and Austrocylindropuntia vestita (Furry Cactus) are popular for a reason, but it’s plants like Prunus lusitanica, Dietes 'Lemon Drops', and Feijoa 'Mammoth' that create a truly unique garden.
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