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lavender rose plant

The lavender rose plant is a dreamy choice for New Zealand gardens, offering the romantic appeal of classic roses and the soothing hue of lavender. While not a true rose, the term often refers to stunning varieties of lavender with striking rose-coloured blooms—perfect for those seeking a unique twist on traditional lavender. These plants effortlessly combine showy flowers, aromatic foliage, and easy-care nature, making them a favourite among gardeners looking to add colour, fragrance, and pollinator interest to their outdoor spaces.

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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 flower adds elegance and charm to NZ gardens, making it a popular choice for rose enthusiasts and collectors.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 80 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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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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 '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 '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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Cistus 'Bennetts White' white flower.
Cistus 'Bennetts White' (White Rock Rose)

Cistus ‘Bennetts White’ is an attractive evergreen shrub known for its crisp white flowers with a yellow centre, blooming abundantly in late spring...

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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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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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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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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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Stromanthe triostar plant.
Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Rose Cecil Brunner

Rose Cecile Brunner is a climbing variety that produces masses of mid-sized, double, light pink flowers. The flowers are borne in large, loose...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 Red' ground cover with masses of red flowers.
Rose 'Flower Carpet Red'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Red' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its rich red flowers and outstanding disease resistance. This tough rose performs...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' plant with masses of red flowers growing in a pot on a patio.
Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry'

Rose 'Flower Carpet Mini Cherry' is a compact ground cover rose valued for its masses of vibrant cherry red flowers and exceptional disease...

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Rose Fertiliser

Roses respond exceptionally well to rose fertiliser with better quality flowers and foliage, stronger stems, and a much healthier and brighter...

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Rose 'Flower Carpet White' plants for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Rose 'Flower Carpet White'

Rose 'Flower Carpet White' is a popular ground cover rose valued for its masses of pure white flowers and exceptional disease resistance. This tough...

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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 Spray

Super Shield Rose Spray is a multipurpose treatment for controlling common pests and diseases that affect roses. It targets problems including...

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

Rosa banksiae 'Alba' (White Banksia Rose) is a spectacular climbing rose prized for its masses of small pure white flowers produced in spring. This...

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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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Rose 'Lavender Jewel'

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What is a Lavender Rose Plant?

A lavender rose plant typically describes especially showy varieties of Lavandula (lavender) with soft rose-pink or lavender-rose coloured flowerheads. Gardeners love these varieties for their distinctive blooms, which stand out against silver-green foliage and offer long-lasting colour throughout the seasons. If you’re looking for inspiration, Lavender 'Lavish Rose' boasts elegant, ruffled rose-pink blooms, while Lavender 'Sensation Rose' provides prolific soft rose flowers with an enchanting scent.

Why Grow Lavender Rose Plants in New Zealand Gardens?

Lavender rose plants thrive in New Zealand’s diverse climates, thanks to their drought-tolerance and love for sunny borders. Whether dotted through cottage gardens, edging herb beds, or mass planted for groundcover, their low-maintenance requirements make them ideal for everyone—from novices to seasoned plant enthusiasts. Their aromatic blooms not only add visual pleasure but also attract bees and beneficial insects, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.

Top Varieties to Plant

Choosing the right lavender rose plant for your garden depends on your preferred style and garden size. Here are some popular options:

Growing Tips for Success

To help your lavender rose plant flourish, select a spot with plenty of sunlight and well-drained soil. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils—lavenders hate wet feet. Plant in the cooler months for best establishment. Prune back after flowering to maintain bushiness and encourage repeat blooming. With minimal fuss, your plants will reward you with colour, fragrance, and long-lasting beauty.

Uses in the Garden and Beyond

The lavender rose plant isn’t just a visual delight. Use the aromatic stems for crafting, drying in sachets, or as part of your culinary experiments. These versatile shrubs create wonderful low hedges, spill beautifully over paths, or work as specimen plants in stylish pots. Their unique colour makes them a real talking point among garden visitors.

Fall in love with the enchanting combination of fragrance and floral display with the lavender rose plant—explore our range of varieties to find the perfect fit for your New Zealand garden.

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