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green lavender plant

Searching for a green lavender plant? Lavender has long captured the hearts of New Zealand gardeners with its aromatic foliage, bee-friendly blooms, and resilience in our variable climate. If you’re looking for a green lavender plant with lush foliage and that unmistakable fragrance, you’re tapping into one of the most versatile and rewarding garden additions. This page will guide you through the best uses for green lavender plants, how to care for them, and the most attractive varieties available to suit every outdoor space.

Lavender 'Bee Brilliant'

'Bee Brilliant' is a variety of Lavender that grows as a compact shrub and carries masses of exquisite, small, dark purple flower spikes from spring through summer. The foliage is green-grey and complements the darker flowers nicely as it grows to 50 cm tall and the same width. 'Bee Brilliant' Lavender is commonly used in cottage gardens, included in mixed plantings and borders, trimmed into a hedge, or grown in a container. A mass planting gives a truly dramatic display.

Buy Lavender 'Bee Brilliant'

From $23.63

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 50 cm

Flowering time: Spring, Autumn, Winter

Tolerances: Hardy

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

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

Lavender 'Love Heart'

Lavender 'Love Heart' is a charming lavender variety adored for its soft pink purple flowers and aromatic grey green foliage. Flowering from early spring into summer, it fills New Zealand gardens with colour, scent, and romantic appeal. Its compact, rounded form makes it ideal for borders, pathways, pots, and cottage garden settings. This hardy and easy care lavender is perfect for gardeners wanting long lasting blooms and a beautifully scented feature plant.

Buy Lavender 'Love Heart'

From $23.63

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 70 cm

Spread: 70 cm

Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn

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

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

Features of Green Lavender Plant

The green lavender plant stands out for its vibrant, silvery-green foliage and distinctive purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies. With upright stems, aromatic leaves, and flourishes of colour, lavender offers year-round visual interest and scent. Whether you’re after a compact shrub or a sprawling hedge, green lavender plant varieties are adaptable and thrive in New Zealand’s well-drained soils and sunny spots. Their drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements make them an ideal choice for both novice and seasoned gardeners.

Uses for Green Lavender in Your Garden

Lavender plants are much more than decorative shrubs—they are truly multi-purpose. A green lavender plant makes a delightful addition as a fragrant border, aromatic path edging, or charming container display. Their natural oils can deter unwanted insects and their blooms are sought after by pollinators. You can harvest the flowers for homemade sachets, essential oils, or even culinary use. Create Mediterranean-style garden beds, accent cottage gardens, or add structure to mixed plantings for that classic Kiwi garden look.

Top Varieties of Lavender With Green Foliage

New Zealand gardeners enthusiastically embrace a wide range of lavender varieties. If you prefer vibrant green foliage paired with exceptional blooms, consider these outstanding selections:

Lavender 'Bee Brilliant': Known for deep purple flowers and lush green foliage, this variety is a pollinator magnet and perfect for borders.
Lavender 'The Prince': Featuring compact growth and rich green leaves, this plant delivers bold colour and delightful fragrance.
Lavender 'Love Heart': With uniquely shaped blooms and striking green stems, it’s ideal for container gardening or as a garden accent.
Lavender 'Arabian Nights': Offers dramatic purple flowers atop vibrant foliage, suiting sunny beds or informal hedges.
Lavender 'Super': A traditional favourite, thriving in full sun with robust green leaves and prolific flowering.

Caring for Green Lavender Plants

For a healthy green lavender plant, choose a sunny location with well-drained soil—lavender dislikes damp roots. Space plants to ensure airflow and prune annually after flowering to maintain shape and encourage strong growth. Mulching with gravel or bark helps suppress weeds and aids moisture retention. Avoid heavy feeding; lavender prefers lean conditions, making it a sustainable choice for low-maintenance gardens.

Experience Lavender’s Beauty in Your New Zealand Garden

A green lavender plant offers beauty, fragrance, and endless garden possibilities. Whether you’re creating a tranquil retreat or a lively border, these lush shrubs bring year-round interest to any outdoor space. Explore stunning options like Lavender 'Bee Brilliant', Lavender 'The Prince', Lavender 'Love Heart', Lavender 'Arabian Nights', and Lavender 'Super' to find the perfect green lavender plant for your garden.

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