blue rose bush
If you’re fascinated by the allure and mystique of the blue rose bush, you’re not alone. Gardeners everywhere covet this rare gem for its unique colour and the sense of wonder it brings to the landscape. While true blue roses do not occur naturally, modern breeding and clever use of dyes and hybridisation have made blue rose bushes a desirable feature for New Zealand gardens. Whether you’re searching for a striking addition to your perennial border or dreaming up a romantic rose display, understanding your options when it comes to blue rose bushes will help you achieve the look you want.
Jacaranda mimosifolia (Blue Jacaranda)
Jacaranda mimosifolia, commonly known as the Blue Jacaranda tree, is a tropical-looking tree that is widely planted because of its beautiful and long-lasting blue flowers. Loose clusters of the deep blue-mauve flowers are borne across the tree through spring and summer.
From $37.19
Teucrium fruticans
Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its attractive silvery foliage and soft blue flowers that appear through spring and summer. This Mediterranean style plant thrives in sunny New Zealand gardens and is highly valued for its drought tolerance, tidy growth habit, and year round appeal.
From $18.95
