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The lavender plant perennial is a cherished addition to New Zealand gardens, renowned for its year-after-year reliability, aromatic foliage, and vibrant blooms. Unlike annuals, which require replanting each season, perennial lavender thrives for many years, rewarding gardeners with lasting colour, structure, and resilience. Whether you're designing a cottage border, seeking to attract pollinators, or craving the classic scent of lavender drifting through your garden, choosing the right perennial lavender plant can transform your outdoor space.

Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' plant with blue flowers.

Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' (Catmint)

Nepeta 'Walker's Low' is an award winning Catmint admired for its long flowering season and aromatic grey green foliage. From late spring through autumn, it produces masses of lavender blue flowers that attract bees and butterflies to NZ gardens.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 25 cm
Spread: 25 cm
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern
Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' plant in a garden with variegated leaves and blue flowers.

Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven'

Polemonium 'Stairway to Heaven' is a stunning perennial admired for its finely divided variegated foliage and clusters of soft lavender blue bell shaped flowers that appear during spring and early summer. The attractive cream and green foliage often develops pink tinges, creating year round interest in New Zealand gardens.

From $30.29

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Lavender 'Bee Brilliant' plant with elegant purple and pink flowers.
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...

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Lavender 'Major' plants with purple flowers above olive-green foliage.
Lavender 'Major'

Lavender 'Major' is an impressive lavender variety known for its tall flower spikes and rich purple blooms held above aromatic grey green foliage...

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A beautiful Sedum 'Autumn Joy' plant in a garden with pink flowers and lush, green foliage.
Sedum 'Autumn Joy'

Sedum 'Autumn Joy', commonly known as Stonecrop, is grown for its stunning flowers and attractive foliage. This herbaceous perennial produces flowers...

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Lavender 'The Queen' shrub with pink flowers.
Lavender 'The Queen'

Lavender 'The Queen' is a regal lavender variety admired for its rich purple blooms and fragrant grey green foliage. Flowering from spring into...

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Lavender 'Radiance' plant with masses of pink flowers.
Lavender 'Radiance'

Lavender 'Radiance' is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its aromatic foliage and colourful flower spikes that bring long lasting interest to...

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Lavender 'Silver Prince' plant with pink flowers above grey-green foliage.
Lavender 'Silver Prince'

Lavender 'Silver Prince' is an attractive evergreen shrub valued for its silvery foliage and colourful flower spikes that bring year round interest...

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Rose 'Lavender Jewel'

Rose 'Lavender Jewel' is a stunning hybrid tea rose admired for its exquisite lavender blooms and strong, sweet fragrance. Each perfectly formed...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong...

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Ace1 Planting Spade

The Ace 1 planting spade is a must for any gardener. This spade is designed so it can penetrate the ground easily without jarring the wrists in the...

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5 Litre Plant Pots

5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing larger shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and young trees. They provide generous root space to...

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3.5 Litre Plant Pots

3.5 Litre Plant Pots are a versatile choice for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other established plants. They provide generous root...

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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

2.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical option for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide ample root...

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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

1.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide useful...

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Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant)

Clianthus puniceus (Kakabeak) is a spectacular New Zealand native shrub renowned for its striking clusters of brilliant red, beak shaped flowers that...

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Shadecloth - 70% Shade (Shade Cloth For Plants)

This shade cloth for plants, which is also used as plant windbreaks, reduces light levels and windspeeds by 70%. Therefore, 30% of the wind or light...

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White flowers on a Cistus 'Snowmound' plant with green foliage.
Cistus 'Snowmound' (White Rock Rose Plant)

Cistus ‘Snowmound’ is a compact evergreen shrub that produces a breathtaking display of pure white flowers with golden-yellow centres from late...

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Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant) bright red foliage.
Sedum rubrotinctum (Jelly Bean Plant)

Sedum rubrotinctum, commonly known as Jelly Bean Plant or Pork and Beans Plant, is a compact, low-growing succulent reaching 15–20 cm tall and...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

0.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young plants, herbs, seedlings, and smaller ornamentals. Their compact size makes them ideal...

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Native Plant Fertiliser

Native Plant Fertiliser is specially formulated to support healthy growth in a wide range of NZ native plants. It provides balanced nutrition to...

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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser Tablets

Indoor plants require feeding from the time you get them home as nurseries typically only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last 4-8 weeks after...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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Plant watering bottle for watering a plant on a shelf.
Plant Watering Bottle

Plant Watering Bottles provide a simple and convenient way to deliver water directly to indoor plants, seedlings, cuttings, and small container...

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Waterproof Paper Plant Tags

Waterproof Paper Plant Tags provide a practical way to label plants, trays, pots, and nursery stock while resisting moisture during everyday growing...

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Scabiosa 'Lavender' blue flowers.
Scabiosa 'Lavender'

Scabiosa 'Lavender' is a charming perennial renowned for its soft lavender coloured flowers that bloom over a long period. The delicate pincushion...

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Osteospermum 'Asti Lavender'

Osteospermum 'Asti Lavender' is a stunning flowering perennial admired for its masses of soft lavender daisy like blooms with contrasting dark...

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Nepeta 'Blue Wonder' (Catmint)

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Why Choose a Lavender Plant Perennial?

A lavender plant perennial is an unbeatable low-maintenance choice that loves sunny, well-drained spots. These tough, drought-tolerant shrubs survive the harshest summer conditions and bounce back in spring with a fresh surge of silvery-green foliage and fragrant flower spikes. Their evergreen nature means your garden stays visually appealing even in winter. Perennial lavenders also play an essential role in supporting bees and butterflies, adding both beauty and environmental value.

Popular Varieties of Lavender Plant Perennial

With many varieties available, it can be hard to know which lavender plant perennial best suits your needs. Compact forms like Lavender stoechas 'Bandera Purple' are perfect for small beds, pots, or edging, offering dense clusters of rich purple flowers. For a showier statement, Lavender 'The Princess' boasts stunning magenta pink blooms and a long flowering period, making it a standout focal point.

If you're after French flair, Lavender dentata (French Lavender) is a classic, with lacy-edged leaves and a softer, more relaxed growth habit. This type is well-suited to hedging and informal planting schemes. Gardeners who love a splash of colour might consider Lavender 'Lavish Blue' or Lavender 'Lavish Rose', each celebrated for their striking flowers and repeat blooming ability throughout the season.

Planting and Caring for Perennial Lavender

To get the most from your lavender plant perennial, select a location that basks in sunlight and has good airflow. Prepare the soil by adding grit or sand to improve drainage, and avoid rich, moisture-retaining composts—lavenders prefer lean, well-drained conditions to prevent root rot. Prune lightly after flowering, cutting back about a third of the growth to maintain shape and encourage new shoots. Regular deadheading can also extend the flowering period.

When grown in the ideal location, your perennial lavender plant will reward you with years of effortless beauty, creating fragrant hedges, neat borders, or pretty potted displays. Many gardeners also harvest the flowers for homemade sachets, culinary uses, or bouquets.

Bring Perennial Beauty to Your Garden

Incorporating a lavender plant perennial brings timeless elegance, structure, and wildlife benefits to every New Zealand garden. From compact varieties like Lavender stoechas 'Bandera Purple' to the bold shades of Lavender 'The Princess' or cottage garden favourites like Lavender dentata (French Lavender), there is a perennial lavender for every gardener’s taste. Explore our range at the nursery and discover how a lavender plant perennial can elevate your outdoor space for years to come.

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