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buy lemon verbena plant nz

Brighten your garden and kitchen with the irresistible fragrance and flavour of lemon verbena. If you're searching to buy lemon verbena plant NZ, you've come to the right place. Lemon verbena (Lippia triphylla) is highly prized by New Zealand gardeners for its citrus-scented leaves, which are perfect for culinary uses, herbal teas, and potpourri. This versatile shrub thrives in sunny, sheltered spots, and its fresh, lemony aroma makes it a must-have for any herb garden or edible landscape. We offer strong, healthy lemon verbena plants ready to flourish in your backyard, giving you a reliable supply of intensely aromatic leaves throughout the growing season.

Lemon 'Meyer'

The ‘Meyer’ Lemon is a much-loved citrus variety known for its sweeter, less acidic flavour compared to standard lemons. The thin-skinned fruit is highly juicy and perfect for cooking, baking, drinks, and preserves.

Buy Lemon 'Meyer'

From $29.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Citrus

Height: 3.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Summer

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Containers, Screening

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern

Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena)

Verbena bonariensis, commonly known as Tall Verbena, is a striking perennial that brings height and elegance to New Zealand gardens. It produces tall, wiry stems topped with clusters of small, purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies from summer through autumn.

Buy Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena)

From $24.77

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Perennials

Height: 1.00 m

Spread: 60 cm

Flowering time: Spring, Summer

Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern

Why Choose Lemon Verbena for Your New Zealand Garden

Lemon verbena is a fantastic addition to any NZ garden, not only for its uplifting scent but also for its culinary and medicinal uses. The leaves can be added fresh to teas, desserts, or salads, or dried for use throughout the year. Planting lemon verbena is a wonderful way to enhance your outdoor space and diversify your herb collection. The plant prefers well-drained soil and a sunny position, making it perfectly suited to many parts of New Zealand.

If you’re interested in the botanical details or want more specific growing tips, visit our Lippia triphylla (Lemon Verbena) product page for everything you need to know about care and harvesting.

How to Grow Lemon Verbena

To ensure the best results when you buy lemon verbena plant NZ, plant your shrub after the danger of frost has passed. Lemon verbena thrives in full sun and appreciates protection from strong winds. Prune the plant in early spring as new growth appears to encourage bushiness and keep the shrub tidy. Water regularly, but avoid waterlogged soils. In colder regions, consider growing your lemon verbena in a pot so you can move it to shelter during winter.

If you love the clean, citrusy scents and want to expand your lemon-themed collection, explore our Kniphofia 'Lemon Fizz' or Coprosma 'Lemon and Lime' for complementary plants that bring texture and interest to your landscape.

More Ways to Use Lemon Verbena

Lemon verbena isn’t just a culinary powerhouse; it also makes an elegant ornamental addition to borders and containers. Its slender spikes of tiny white flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. For a showier pollinator plant, consider Verbena bonariensis (Tall Verbena), which pairs beautifully with lemon verbena in borders.

If you’re developing a citrus-themed garden or love using fresh zest in your recipes, you might also enjoy planting Lemon Meyer and Yen Ben (Double Grafted Lemon) beside your lemon verbena for a year-round supply of zingy citrus fruits.