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lavender rose bush

A lavender rose bush brings a touch of elegance and a hint of the unexpected to New Zealand gardens. With blooms that showcase delicate lavender hues, these unique roses are highly prized among gardeners seeking a standout feature for their flower beds or borders. Whether you're an avid rose enthusiast or simply looking to add a splash of colour and fragrance to your outdoor space, a lavender rose bush is a striking choice that thrives in our diverse climate.

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Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander)

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Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander) is a hardy evergreen shrub admired for its attractive silvery foliage and soft blue flowers that appear through spring and summer. This Mediterranean style plant thrives in sunny New Zealand gardens and is highly valued for its drought tolerance, tidy growth habit, and year round appeal.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Pool areas, Topiary
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, 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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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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Buddleia fallowiana 'Lochinch' purple flower cluster amidst lush grey foliage.
Buddleia 'Lochinch'

Buddleia ‘Lochinch’ (Butterfly Bush) is a fast growing deciduous shrub admired for its long sprays of soft lavender blue flowers and silvery green...

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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 '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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Cistus 'Brilliancy' plant with pink flowers and green foliage.
Cistus 'Brilliancy' (Rock Rose)

Cistus ‘Brilliancy’ is a vibrant evergreen shrub celebrated for its striking crimson-pink flowers, each with a yellow centre, blooming profusely in...

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Lavender 'Sensation Blue' shrub with purple flowers above dark green foliage.
Lavender 'Sensation Blue'

Lavender 'Sensation Blue' is a standout lavender variety admired for its deep blue purple blooms and aromatic grey green foliage. Flowering from...

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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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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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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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Helleborus 'English Thoroughbred Series' (Winter Rose)

Helleborus 'English Thoroughbred' is a premium evergreen perennial valued for its elegant winter and early spring flowers and attractive year round...

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Helleborus 'Hot Flash' (Winter Rose)

Helleborus 'Hot Flash' is a stunning evergreen perennial that delivers vibrant winter and early spring colour with its richly coloured blooms and...

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Rose Anniversary

Rose Anniversary is an award winning, Floribunda shrub rose that features masses of showy, soft-pink flowers. The amazing blooms emerge in spring and...

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Rose Albertine

Rose Albertine is a climbing rose featuring very showy, salmon-pink flowers. The highly fragrant blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

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Rose Simplicity Violet Serenity

“Violet Serenity” is a magnificent small, shrub rose owing to its colourful display of bright pink flowers. The showy blooms are borne as clusters...

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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea shrub with colourful, purple foliage growing an an informal hedge.
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

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Rose Ann Turner

Rose Ann Turner is a climbing rose that features masses of double, pink flowers. The blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn provided the...

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Helleborus orientalis with colourful pink flowers.
Helleborus orientalis (Lenten Rose)

Helleborus orientalis, commonly known as Lenten Rose, is a hardy perennial prized for its elegant winter and early spring blooms. Flowers appear in...

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Weigela 'Wine And Roses'

Weigela 'Wine and Roses' is a striking deciduous shrub renowned for its rich burgundy purple foliage and masses of vibrant rosy pink trumpet shaped...

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Rose Flower Carpet Gold

Rose Flower Carpet Gold is a popular ground cover rose that features masses of showy, yellow flowers. Flowering begins in spring and will continue...

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An exquisite flower on 'White Romance' Rose.
Rose White Romance

“White Romance” is a very popular shrub rose that features masses pure white flowers. The showy blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

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Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet

Rose Flower Carpet Scarlet is a ground cover rose that features masses of showy, scarlet red flowers. The flowers are complemented with glossy, dark...

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Rose 'Golden Celebration'

'Golden Celebration' Rose is an outstanding English rose celebrated for its large rich golden yellow blooms, strong fragrance, repeat flowering, and...

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Camellia 'Red Red Rose'

Camellia 'Red Red Rose' is a striking evergreen shrub known for its rich red blooms that bring bold colour and elegance to New Zealand gardens...

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Purple flowers on Burgundy Iceberg Rose.
Rose 'Burgundy Iceberg'

The 'Burgundy Iceberg' Rose is a striking floribunda rose renowned for its rich burgundy purple blooms, repeat flowering, and exceptional garden...

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Clerodendrum ugandense (Blue Butterfly Bush) blue flowers.
Clerodendrum ugandense (Butterfly Bush)

Clerodendrum ugandense, commonly known as the Blue Butterfly Bush, is an open, sprawling evergreen shrub favoured for its lovely masses of blue...

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An informal hedge of 'Iceberg' rose plants with masses of white flowers.
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Rosa ‘Iceberg’, one of the world’s most popular roses, is a reliable floribunda variety producing masses of pure white, lightly fragrant blooms from...

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Rose Flower Carpet Pink

Rose Flower Carpet Pink features large trusses of semi-double, pink flowers. Flowering begins in spring and continues until autumn provided the spent...

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Rose Raspberry Ice

“Raspberry Ice” is a Floribunda shrub rose that features large and showy flowers that are cream with a raspberry coloured margin. The lightly...

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Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' growing on a pergola and featuring masses of stunning yellow flowers.
Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Banksia Rose)

Rosa banksiae 'Lutea' (Yellow Banksia Rose) is a stunning climbing rose admired for its masses of soft yellow double flowers produced in spring. This...

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Teucrium fruticans (Bush Germander)

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What is a Lavender Rose Bush?

A lavender rose bush is a variety of rose plant known for its enchanting cool-toned petals, ranging from soft mauves to deep lilacs. This rare colour is often associated with enchantment and mystery, making lavender roses a popular gift or focal point in floristry. These bushes typically require the same care as other roses, thriving best in full sun with well-draining soil and regular feeding.

Planting and Caring for Lavender Rose Bushes

Successful cultivation of a lavender rose bush starts with picking the right spot. Choose a position with at least six hours of direct sunlight per day, and ensure good air circulation to prevent disease. Plant your rose bush in rich, loose soil and water deeply during dry spells, taking care not to wet the foliage. For best results, mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Regular pruning encourages healthy growth and more prolific flowering. Feed your lavender rose bush with a balanced fertiliser each season, and remove spent blooms to keep the plant looking tidy and to encourage repeat flowering.

If you appreciate elegant, richly coloured blooms, you may also enjoy our Rose 'Desiree', a beloved classic with exceptional colour and form.

Companion Planting with Lavender

Pairing your lavender rose bush with traditional lavender varieties can create a beautiful, aromatic display. Lavenders not only complement the rose’s fragrance, but their silvery foliage and purple blooms enhance the cool tones of the rose petals, while also helping to deter pests naturally.

Some excellent companion options include Lavender 'Foveaux Storm', a robust, richly coloured variety perfect for adding dimension and fragrance. For something unique, Lavender 'Violet Intrigue' offers an intriguing purple hue that makes borders pop. Alternatively, consider the crisp beauty of Lavender 'Laveanna White' or the classic charm of Lavender dentata (French Lavender), both popular options for New Zealand gardens.

Designing with Lavender Rose Bushes in the Garden

A lavender rose bush is a natural centrepiece for mixed shrub borders, cottage gardens, or formal beds. Their distinctive blooms pair beautifully with soft blues, silvers, and white-flowered partners. Try underplanting with catmint, salvias, or lavenders to enhance texture and visual appeal. Grouping several lavender rose bushes together can create a breathtaking effect, especially when combined with layered planting schemes.

Whether you're creating a fragrant walkway, a romantic feature bed, or an inviting entrance, a lavender rose bush will captivate the senses and offer reliable blooms throughout the warmer months. Explore our curated range of roses and lavenders to create your perfect garden escape.

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