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Searching for the best lavender plants Christchurch gardeners love? You've come to the right place. Lavender thrives in Canterbury’s sun-drenched, free-draining soils, filling gardens with vibrant colour, enticing fragrance, and reliable resilience. Whether you’re looking to create a low-maintenance border, attract pollinators, or bring calming scents into your backyard, our range of top-quality lavender plants is perfectly suited to Christchurch's unique climate.

Lavender 'Bee Brilliant' plant with elegant purple and pink flowers.

Lavender 'Bee Brilliant'

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'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.

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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 'Fairy Wings Whimsical' plant with masses of light pink flowers.

Lavender 'Fairy Wings Whimsical'

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Lavender 'Whimsical Fairy Wings' is a captivating lavender variety admired for its soft pink purple blooms topped with delicate wing-like bracts. Flowering from early spring into summer, it brings fragrance, colour, and gentle charm to New Zealand gardens.

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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: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
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 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...

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Hebe Lavender Lace stem with elegant, pink flowers.
Hebe 'Lavender Lace'

Hebe 'Lavender Lace' is an elegant evergreen shrub featuring fine textured foliage and soft lavender flower spikes that bring gentle colour to NZ...

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Lavender 'Sensation White' plants with masses of white-cream flowers above green foliage.
Lavender 'Sensation White'

Lavender 'Sensation White' is a beautiful lavender variety valued for its pure white blooms and aromatic grey green foliage. Flowering from early...

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Lavender 'Ruffles Vanillaberry' cream-coloured flowers above green foliage.
Lavender 'Ruffles Vanillaberry'

Lavender 'Ruffles Vanillaberry' is a standout lavender variety known for its ruffled pink purple blooms and aromatic grey green foliage. Flowering...

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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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Very elegant Wisteria 'Lavender Lace' blue flowers.
Wisteria 'Lavender Lace'

Wisteria ‘Lavender Lace’ is a graceful flowering climber admired for its long cascading racemes of soft lavender flowers that appear in spring. The...

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A large cabbage tree growing on a ridge.
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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Disphyma australe pink flowers and fleshy, green leaves.
Disphyma australe (NZ Ice Plant)

Disphyma australe, commonly known as NZ Ice Plant, is a hardy and attractive groundcover valued for its fleshy, bright green foliage and striking...

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Juncus effusus plants growing in water.
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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Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird Of Paradise Plant)

Strelitzia nicolai (Giant White Bird Of Paradise) is a bold, architectural plant known for its large banana like leaves and striking white and blue...

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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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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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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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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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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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Moss pole for plants.
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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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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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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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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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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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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A strong and studry planting spade.
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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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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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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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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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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Native Plant Fertiliser (Native Fertiliser)

Selecting the correct native plant fertiliser is essential as they often tend to be slow growing and so require a tailored nutrient plan to meet...

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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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Lavender 'Bee Brilliant'

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Why Grow Lavender in Christchurch?

Christchurch’s temperate climate is ideal for growing lavender. These Mediterranean natives flourish in full sun and tolerate the region’s light frosts. Lavender is well-known for being drought-tolerant once established, making it a smart, sustainable addition to your garden. With regular pruning, your plants will keep producing stunning purple, blue, or pink flower spikes year after year.

Choosing the Best Lavender Varieties

There are many beautiful lavender options for Christchurch gardens, each bringing unique appeal. For those seeking classic elegance, English lavender varieties offer deep colour and that unmistakable sweet fragrance. For something with a twist, you might love Lavender dentata (French Lavender), famous for its frilled leaves and profuse, long-flowering blooms ideal for NZ gardens.

Want something a little different? Discover Lavandula Razzleberry Ruffles (Pink Lavender), a delightful modern cultivar with charming pink flowers for a softer touch, or the striking Lavender 'Arabian Nights', renowned for its deep violet flower heads and robust growth.

How to Plant and Care for Lavender

To get the best results from your lavender plants in Christchurch, choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining soil. Lavender dislikes wet roots, so raised beds or gravelly soils are perfect. Water regularly after planting, then let the soil dry between waterings. Prune after flowering to shape the plant and encourage vigorous regrowth for the next season. A slow-release fertiliser in spring will keep your lavender lush and healthy.

Perfect Plant Companions

Lavender is a versatile companion for mixed borders. Its spiky blooms and silver-green foliage contrast beautifully with roses, salvia, and perennials like Perovskia atriplicifolia (Perovskia plant), which shares similar growing conditions and a complementary blue hue. For diverse fragrance and extended flowering, pair lavender with Brunfelsia pauciflora Scent sational (Yesterday Today Tomorrow Plant).

Shop Lavender Plants Christchurch Wide

Whether you’re a seasoned Christchurch gardener or just starting out, our nursery provides the best lavender plants Christchurch residents can depend on. Browse our selection online or contact us for expert advice on the right lavender variety for your space. From sunny garden beds to aromatic hedges, let lavender transform your Canterbury garden.

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