fire rose plant
Searching for the fire rose plant? At our New Zealand nursery, we get frequent questions about this stunning and somewhat mysterious plant. If you’re looking to brighten your garden with vibrant flowers or to add an eye-catching feature, the fire rose plant is a term that often refers to intensely coloured blooms that evoke the look of a burning flame. While there isn’t a single official fire rose plant species, several striking shrubs and Roses share similar names, colours, and fiery appeal. If you want to grow a “fire rose plant” with rich reds, deep oranges, and bold pinks, we stock several top alternatives for NZ gardens. On this page, we’ll explore the best fire rose plant options, their uses, and tips for creating a vibrant landscape.
Cistus lusitanicus (Rock Rose)
Cistus lusitanicus, commonly known as the Gum Cistus, is a striking evergreen shrub valued for its large, white blooms marked with deep crimson spots at the base of each petal. Flowering from late spring into summer, it produces a vibrant display above aromatic, grey-green foliage. This hardy, drought-tolerant shrub thrives in poor soils and hot, sunny positions, making it ideal for low-maintenance, Mediterranean-style, or coastal gardens. Its showy flowers and tough nature make it a favourite with landscapers and gardeners alike.
From $24.77
Loropetalum 'Fire Dance'
Loropetalum 'Fire Dance' features spectacularly coloured flowers and foliage. During winter, it produces fragrant, spider-like, pink flowers, which are both unusual and appealing. The foliage on this bushy evergreen is borne pink-purple and ages to become dark purple as it grows to 1.5 m tall and the same wide. Loropetalum 'Fire Dance' is commonly included in mixed plantings, added to cottage gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, trimmed into a hedge, or grown for its winter colour and fragrance.
From $28.91
