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Looking to add elegance and effortless colour to your garden? Discover our stunning collection of iris plants for sale, perfect for New Zealand gardens. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, irises offer beauty and reliability with their gorgeous, sword-like foliage and vibrant blooms. Our selection features classic and unique varieties, each chosen to thrive in a range of local conditions. Browse with confidence and find the right iris plants to elevate your garden’s style and structure.

Dietes iridioides (African Iris) flowers amidst dark green foliage.

Dietes iridioides (African Iris)

Dietes iridioides, commonly known as the African Iris or Fortnight Lily, is a hardy, evergreen perennial native to southern Africa. It features sword-like, dark green leaves and produces dainty white flowers with yellow and violet markings from spring to summer.

From $17.87

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 70 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Iris Rose Queen (Japanese Water Iris)

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“Rose Queen” is a variety of Japanese Water Iris that produces spectacular flowers. The showy, two-tone pink blooms are borne atop sturdy stems in spring and are great for attracting butterflies and other insects. The leaves are arching, narrow, blue-green, and grass like in appearance.

From $27.53

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Dietes iridioides (African Iris) flowers amidst dark green foliage.
Dietes iridioides (African Iris)

Dietes iridioides, commonly known as the African Iris or Fortnight Lily, is a hardy, evergreen perennial native to southern Africa. It features...

From$17.87
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Iris Maui Moonlight

“Maui Moonlight” is a colourful variety of Bearded Iris that features stunning, lemon-yellow flowers. The showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems from...

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Iris Cheery Lyn

“Cheery Lyn” is a variety of Siberian Iris that features fantastic, lilac and white flowers. The large and showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems...

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Iris Radiant Apogee flower.
Iris Radiant Apogee

“Radiant Apogee” is a colourful variety of Bearded Iris that features stunning, yellow and white flowers. The showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems...

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Dutch Iris 'Red Ember' showy purple flowers.
Iris Red Ember

Dutch Iris ‘Red Ember’ is a striking spring-flowering bulbous plant known for its bold, reddish-purple blooms with golden highlights. Reaching...

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Iris Crinoline

“Crinoline” is a colourful variety of Bearded Iris that features stunning, purple and white flowers. The showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems from...

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Iris sibirica stunning blue flowers.
Iris sibirica

Iris sibrica (Siberian Iris) is a graceful perennial admired for its slender foliage and elegant blue to purple flowers that bloom in late spring and...

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Iris 'Snow Queen' white and yellow flowers.
Iris 'Snow Queen' (Siberian Iris)

Iris 'Snow Queen' is a stunning bearded iris known for its elegant pure white blooms that bring freshness and sophistication to New Zealand gardens...

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Iris Ceasers Brother (Siberian Iris)

“Caesars Brother” is a variety of Siberian Iris that produces spectacular flowers. The showy, dark blue blooms are borne atop sturdy stems in spring...

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Iris x germanica Elegance Collection

The “Elegance Collection” is a selection of stunning Iris varieties in a range of colours. The showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems from late...

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Iris pallida 'Aureo Variegata' plants with purple flowers and variegated leaves in a cottage garden.
Iris pallida 'Aureo Variegata'

Iris pallida 'Aureo Variegata' is a striking bearded iris prized for its creamy yellow and green striped foliage and soft lavender flowers. Well...

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Iris Chopin

“Chopin” is a colourful variety of Dutch Iris that bears flowers that are a fabulous blue with a yellow highlight. The showy blooms are borne on...

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Iris White Magic

“White Magic” is a colourful variety of Dutch Iris that produces flowers that are a crisp white with a yellow highlight. The showy blooms are borne...

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Iris 'Low Ho Silver' stunning white flower above green foliage.
Iris 'Low Ho Silver'

Iris 'Low Ho Silver' is a refined bearded iris valued for its elegant silver grey blooms and strong upright flowering stems. This striking variety...

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An elegant Dietes 'Lemon Drops' flower.
Dietes 'Lemon Drops'

Dietes 'Lemon Drops' is a variety of Iris that produces exquisite white flowers that have three distinct, yellow spots. These are made on slender...

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Iris 'Golden Muffin' stunning yellow and orange flower.
Iris 'Golden Muffin'

Iris 'Golden Muffin' is a cheerful dwarf bearded iris prized for its rich golden yellow flowers and compact growth habit. This early flowering...

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Iris Collection

Iris Collection is a colourful selection of flowering plants chosen to provide elegant blooms and varied seasonal interest in New Zealand gardens...

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Iris Blue Magic

Iris 'Blue Magic' is a stunning perennial admired for its vibrant blue flowers, elegant sword like foliage, and reliable spring flowering display...

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Iris Tiramisu Dinner Plate (Japanese Water Iris)

“Tiramisu Dinner Plate” is a variety of Japanese Water Iris that produces spectacular flowers. The large and showy, pink and white blooms are borne...

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Iris Discovery Purple

Iris 'Discovery Purple' is a beautiful perennial prized for its rich purple flowers, elegant upright sword like foliage, and reliable spring display...

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Iris Swans In Flight

“Swans In Flight” is a variety of Siberian Iris that features fantastic, white flowers. The large and showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems during...

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Iris kaempferi blue-purple flowers.
Iris kaempferi

Iris kaempferi is a striking Japanese iris admired for its large flat flowers in shades of blue purple and white that bloom in early summer. This...

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Iris Alaska

Iris 'Alaska' is an elegant flowering perennial valued for its refined blooms and strong architectural foliage. The flowers rise above upright, sword...

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Iris 'Snowflake' stunning white flower.
Iris 'Snowflake'

Iris 'Snowflake' is a beautiful bearded iris valued for its crisp white blooms and elegant upright form. This classic variety performs very well in...

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Elegant Dietes grandiflora flowers.
Dietes grandiflora (Fairy Iris)

Dietes grandiflora, also known as Wild Iris or Fairy Iris, is a robust, clump-forming perennial prized for its large white flowers with yellow and...

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Neomarica northiana flower.
Neomarica northiana

Neomarica northiana (Walking Iris) is a graceful evergreen perennial prized for its striking iris like blue and white flowers and elegant fans of...

From$39.95
Libertia grandiflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush, dark green foliage.
Libertia grandiflora (NZ Iris)

Libertia grandiflora, commonly known as NZ Iris, is a hardy New Zealand native perennial admired for its elegant white flowers and sword like green...

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Iris Picasso

Iris 'Picasso' is a striking flowering perennial valued for its distinctive blooms and strong architectural foliage. The flowers rise above upright...

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Iris Valentine

Iris 'Valentine' is a beautiful perennial admired for its elegant blooms and upright sword like foliage that adds structure to the garden throughout...

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Iris Montecito

Iris 'Montecito' is an attractive flowering perennial valued for its elegant blooms and upright, architectural foliage. The flowers rise above...

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Dietes iridioides (African Iris)

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Why Choose Iris Plants for Your New Zealand Garden?

Iris plants are a popular choice among Kiwi gardeners for good reason. They boast a long lifespan, dazzling flowers, and low-maintenance care. Their impressive tolerance for various weather conditions makes them suitable from Northland to Southland. With bold hues and delicate forms, irises look equally at home lining pathways, edging water features, or creating striking borders. If you enjoy plants that deliver impact with minimal fuss, you’ll love our iris plants for sale.

Our Range of Iris Plants for Sale

We offer a thoughtfully curated range of iris plants for sale to suit every space and style. Embrace the cool-toned beauty of Iris 'Snow Queen' (Siberian Iris) with its elegant white petals and reliable garden performance. If you’re after dramatic blues, Iris Ceasers Brother (Siberian Iris) makes a superb addition to pond edges and perennial beds. For those who love the diverse forms of iris relatives, Dietes iridioides (African Iris) adds charm with its repeat flowering and robust growth.

Don’t overlook other distinctive options like Neomarica northiana, sometimes called the ‘walking iris’ for its fascinating way of spreading, or the classic blue blooms of Iris sibirica. All our iris plants for sale have been selected for their vigour, beauty, and ease of care in New Zealand gardens.

Growing and Caring for Iris Plants

Iris plants are as practical as they are pretty. Most varieties thrive in well-draining soil with at least half a day of sun. They require minimal maintenance—just the occasional tidy-up of spent flower stems and feeding in late winter or early spring. With their water-wise nature, irises are perfect for eco-friendly and low-maintenance gardens. Many varieties cope well with seasonal wet areas, making them ideal around ponds or in rain gardens. Our iris plants for sale are well-suited to a range of NZ climates, so you can plant with confidence.

Find Your Iris Plants Today

Ready to transform your outdoor space with our beautiful iris plants for sale? From versatile Iris 'Snow Queen' (Siberian Iris) and bold Iris Ceasers Brother (Siberian Iris) to unique species like Neomarica northiana and practical Dietes iridioides (African Iris), our range is designed to inspire. Explore our collection and enjoy delivery direct to your door, making it easy to enjoy beautiful, thriving irises in your own backyard.

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