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Searching for French lavender plants NZ? You're in the right place. French lavender (Lavandula dentata) is a favourite among Kiwi gardeners for its elegant appearance, fragrant foliage, and impressive resilience. Whether you're looking to transform your garden with vibrant colour, attract beneficial pollinators, or enjoy soothing aromatics, French lavender plants are a must-have for New Zealand gardens.

A mass display of Lavandula dentata purple and pink flowers.

Lavender dentata (French Lavender)

Lavender dentata (French Lavender) is a popular evergreen shrub prized for its fragrant foliage, distinctive toothed leaves, and masses of soft purple flowers. Flowering over a long period, it brings colour, fragrance, and texture to gardens throughout much of the year.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Lavender 'Major' plants with purple flowers above olive-green foliage.

Lavender 'Major'

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Lavender 'Major' is an impressive lavender variety known for its tall flower spikes and rich purple blooms held above aromatic grey green foliage. Flowering from spring into summer, it brings colour, fragrance, and structure to New Zealand gardens. Its upright habit makes it ideal for borders, pathways, feature planting, and cottage style designs.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Lavender dentata (French Lavender)

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Why Choose French Lavender for Your NZ Garden?

French lavender thrives in our sunny, well-draining environments and grows beautifully in coastal or inland garden beds, pots, or even containers on patios. Unlike English lavender, the French varieties boast serrated leaves and longer flowering periods. Their unique, lightly fringed purple blooms bring a touch of Mediterranean charm to any landscape.

This hardy shrub is drought tolerant, perfect for NZ's variable climate. French lavender is also resistant to most pests and diseases, making it an easy-care option for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike. Enjoy a garden filled with aromatic foliage and flowers from spring right through to late summer—ideal for fresh bouquets, drying, or crafting homemade potpourri.

Popular French Lavender Varieties

If you're seeking specific French lavender plants NZ, explore some favourite cultivars suited for local conditions:

Growing and Caring for French Lavender in New Zealand

French lavender plants NZ are best planted in full sun with free-draining soil. Avoid heavy clay and waterlogged spots, as these conditions can cause root rot. To keep plants bushy and promote flowering, prune lightly after blooms fade. Mulch around the base in spring, but keep stem bases clear for airflow.

Regular watering during the first year will help establish strong roots, but once mature, French lavender requires little extra irrigation. Feed with a low-phosphorus fertiliser in spring for lush growth. These plants are equally at home in formal gardens, wildlife-friendly beds, or modern landscape designs.

Shop French Lavender Plants NZ

Ready to enjoy the timeless beauty and fragrance of French lavender? Browse our selection—including Lavender dentata (French Lavender) and other outstanding varieties like Lavender 'Foveaux Storm', Lavender 'Major', Lavender 'Sidonie', and Lavender stoechas 'Bandera Purple'. Add French lavender plants NZ to your garden for a vibrant, aromatic touch that flourishes year after year.

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