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Discover the colour, diversity, and resilience of perennial lobelia NZ gardeners trust for striking, season-long interest. Whether you're looking to brighten your borders, fill out cottage garden beds, or attract pollinators, perennial lobelia offers a range of beautiful options that thrive in New Zealand’s varied climates. With their vivid blue, purple, red, or white flower spikes and lush foliage, these perennials bring reliable impact year after year. Ready to choose the perfect lobelia for your garden? Explore the best perennial varieties suited to NZ and tips to keep them flourishing.

Libertia grandiflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush, dark green foliage.

Libertia grandiflora (NZ Iris)

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Libertia grandiflora, commonly known as NZ Iris, is a hardy New Zealand native perennial admired for its elegant white flowers and sword like green foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, the flowers rise gracefully above the foliage, creating a striking display.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Flaxes
Height: 75 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Parks, Paths & Steps, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native
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 sword shaped foliage. Commonly known as the Walking Iris because new plantlets form on the flower stems, it provides long lasting interest in New Zealand gardens.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Perennials
Height: 85 cm
Spread: 75 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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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Hemerocallis 'Moon Goddess'

Hemerocallis 'Moon Goddess' is a stunning perennial known for its large fragrant pale yellow flowers that open in the evening, creating a beautiful...

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Hemerocallis 'Lullaby Baby'

Hemerocallis 'Lullaby Baby' is a delightful compact daylily that produces masses of colourful blooms through summer, adding reliable beauty to New...

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A stunning Hemerocallis 'Wee William Mullis' multi-coloured flower.
Hemerocallis 'Wee William Mullis'

Hemerocallis 'Wee William Mullis' is a charming compact daylily that produces masses of colourful blooms through summer, adding dependable beauty to...

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Clivia miniata (Natal Lily)

Clivia miniata (Natal Lily) is a striking evergreen perennial admired for its bold dark green strap like foliage and vibrant clusters of orange...

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Hemerocallis 'Encore' bright yellow flower above lush, dark green foliage.
Hemerocallis 'Encore'

Hemerocallis 'Encore' is a superb daylily that produces an abundance of colourful blooms through summer, providing reliable colour and beauty in New...

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Hemerocallis 'Chestnut Lane'

Hemerocallis 'Chestnut Lane' is a beautiful daylily that produces masses of colourful blooms through summer, adding reliable beauty and long lasting...

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Orange flowers on a lush Clivia miniata grandiflora plant.
Clivia miniata grandiflora

Clivia miniata grandiflora is a bold evergreen perennial admired for its large clusters of brilliant orange trumpet shaped flowers that rise above...

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Hemerocallis 'Curls'

Hemerocallis 'Curls' is a distinctive daylily that produces masses of elegant blooms through summer, adding vibrant colour and texture to New Zealand...

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Campanula 'Resholdt's Variety'

Campanula 'Resholdt's Variety' (Bell Flower) is a charming perennial known for its masses of soft blue bell shaped flowers that create a beautiful...

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Hemerocallis 'Wine Delight'

Hemerocallis 'Wine Delight' is a stunning daylily that produces masses of rich wine coloured blooms through summer, bringing vibrant colour and...

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Agapanthus 'Agapetite' plant with lush green flowers and elegant white flowers.
Agapanthus 'Agapetite'

Agapanthus 'Agapetite', also known as the Dwarf Agapanthus, is a compact and vibrant perennial ideal for New Zealand gardens. This stunning variety...

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Hemerocallis 'Apricot Dream'

Hemerocallis 'Apricot Dream' is a beautiful daylily that produces masses of soft apricot blooms through summer, bringing warm colour and lasting...

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Heuchera 'Apple Crisp' plants with lush green foliage.
Heuchera 'Apple Crisp'

Heuchera 'Apple Crisp' is a compact evergreen perennial admired for its bright lime green ruffled foliage that adds year round colour and texture to...

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Pelargonium sidoides

Pelargonium sidoides is an attractive evergreen perennial valued for its unusual deep maroon to almost black flowers that are produced from spring...

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Phlox 'Daniel' plant covered in pink flowers.
Phlox 'Daniel'

Phlox 'Daniel' is a stunning evergreen perennial admired for its masses of pure white star shaped flowers that cover the plant during spring. This...

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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...

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Agapanthus 'Sarah'

Agapanthus 'Sarah' is a compact and attractive perennial known for its rich coloured flower heads and tidy clumping habit. It performs exceptionally...

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Salvia 'African Sky'

Salvia 'African Sky' is a stunning perennial valued for its masses of vivid sky blue flowers that bloom over a long season from spring through...

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A stunning Bacopa 'Gulliver Pink' plant with elegant, pink flowers and green foliage.
Bacopa 'Gulliver Pink' (Pink Bacopa)

Bacopa 'Gulliver Pink' is a perennial grown for its foliage, flowers, and cascading nature. This herbaceous perennial carries lush, mid green leaves...

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Kniphofia 'Pineapple Popsicle' plant with cream-coloured flowers and lush foliage.
Kniphofia 'Pineapple Popsicle' (Torchlily)

Kniphofia 'Pineapple Popsicle' is a compact evergreen perennial grown for its vibrant pineapple yellow flower spikes that appear from late spring...

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Agapanthus 'Lapis'

Agapanthus 'Lapis' is a compact and elegant perennial prized for its abundant clusters of rich blue flowers that appear above tidy clumps of lush...

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Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' plants in a cottage garden featuring orange flowers and lush green foliage.
Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a variety of the commonly known Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage...

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Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' plant with lush, lime-green foliage.
Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade'

Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' is a vibrant perennial prized for its brilliant lime green foliage that adds brightness and contrast to the garden...

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Saxifraga 'Starblush' plant in flower for sale at The Plant Company nursery.
Saxifraga 'Starblush'

Saxifraga 'Starblush' is a delightful alpine perennial that produces masses of soft pink flowers above compact mounds of evergreen foliage. Its...

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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...

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Canna 'Felix Ragout'

Canna 'Felix Ragout' is a striking tropical perennial admired for its lush green foliage and spectacular large flowers that provide vibrant colour...

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Lobelia speciosa plant with purple flowers amidst green foliage.
Lobelia speciosa

Lobelia speciosa is a striking perennial plant valued for its upright flower spikes and vivid summer colour. Well suited to New Zealand gardens, it...

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Lobelia puberula

Lobelia puberula is a charming perennial that produces masses of delicate blue to violet flowers which brighten the garden through the flowering...

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Lobelia 'Country Park'

Lobelia 'Country Park' is a vigorous perennial that produces masses of rich blue violet flowers over an extended flowering season from summer into...

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Libertia grandiflora (NZ Iris)

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Why Choose Perennial Lobelia in NZ Gardens

Perennial lobelia is a gardener’s favourite in New Zealand for good reason. Unlike its annual cousins, perennial lobelia returns each year, providing lasting beauty with minimal fuss. These plants generally prefer full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, making them suitable for both urban and rural landscapes throughout the country. Many varieties are known for their hardiness, drought-tolerance, and ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Popular Varieties of Perennial Lobelia NZ

Selecting the right perennial lobelia for your NZ garden depends on the display you desire. Here are some outstanding options:

Planting and Care Tips for Perennial Lobelia NZ

To get the best from your perennial lobelia NZ selection, plant in moist yet well-drained soil and mulch to retain moisture through dry spells. Most perennial varieties require little maintenance beyond cutting back spent flower spikes to encourage repeat blooms. A spring feed with a balanced fertiliser will support healthy growth. For native species like Lobelia angulata (Panakenake), minimal intervention is needed—simply keep them weed-free and well-watered during establishment.

Add Lasting Colour with Perennial Lobelia NZ

Whether you’re revamping a border, building a pollinator-friendly haven, or experimenting with NZ native groundcovers, perennial lobelia NZ offers unmatched beauty and versatility. Browse our hand-picked range, including Lobelia speciosa, Lobelia giberroa, and Lobelia 'Queen Victoria' to find the perfect addition to your garden. With the right selection and care, you’ll enjoy stunning blooms and lush foliage year after year.

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There’s more to explore beyond Lomandra 'Tanika' and Lomandra 'Frosty Tops' — like the subtle beauty of Euphorbia glauca (Shore Spurge), Iris 'Snow Queen' (Siberian Iris), and Coprosma robusta (Karamu).
–The Plant Company

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