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Are you searching for a purple rose plant to add extraordinary colour and sophistication to your garden? Purple roses have always been special in the world of gardening, offering a sense of mystery, elegance, and uniqueness. These captivating blooms stand out in borders, containers, or as a striking feature in a mixed rose bed. Whether you’re seeking the classic charm of mauve petals or the more modern tones of violet, a purple rose plant is a must-have for enthusiastic gardeners across New Zealand.

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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.

From $30.29

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
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 performance. It flowers continuously from late spring through autumn, making it an excellent choice for rose gardens, mixed borders, feature plantings, and cut flower displays throughout New Zealand.

From $38.57

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Rose Plants
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Rose 'Violet Serenity' flowers amidst dark green foliage.
Rose 'Violet Serenity'

Rose 'Violet Serenity' is an elegant flowering rose prized for its violet toned blooms, healthy foliage, and long flowering season. The flowers are...

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Hoya 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' flower cluster.
Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple'

Hoya 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' is a stunning evergreen climber prized for its thick glossy foliage and clusters of richly coloured star shaped flowers...

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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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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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Acaena inermis purpurea with small purple leaves.
Acaena purpurea (Piripiri)

Acaena purpurea, commonly known as Purple Bidibidi, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover admired for its striking purple foliage and creeping...

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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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Fraxinus 'Purple Spire'

Fraxinus 'Purple Spire' is an elegant deciduous tree admired for its upright narrow habit and outstanding autumn foliage that develops rich purple...

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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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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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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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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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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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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 Cecil Brunner

Rose 'Cecil Brunner' is a treasured old fashioned climbing rose, admired for its sprays of small, perfectly shaped soft pink flowers and delicate...

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Rose Raspberry Ice

Rose 'Raspberry Ice' is a striking Floribunda rose admired for its large cream flowers edged with a raspberry coloured margin, light fragrance, and...

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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 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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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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Iris Rose Queen (Japanese Water Iris)

“Rose Queen” is a variety of Japanese Water Iris that produces spectacular flowers. The showy, two-tone pink blooms are borne atop sturdy stems in...

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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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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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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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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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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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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 Scarlet' plants with red flowers above lush, green foliage.
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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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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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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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 'Lavender Jewel'

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Why Choose a Purple Rose Plant?

A purple rose plant brings an alluring, distinctive touch to any landscape. Their rare, enchanting hues are perfect for gardeners who want to break away from traditional reds, pinks, or yellows. With their rich colour palette ranging from lavender to plum, purple roses can harmonise beautifully with silver foliage, contrasting reds, or pastel companions. These plants thrive in full sun with well-draining soil and reward growers with prolonged blooms from spring through autumn. Purple roses are also renowned for their fragrance, making them ideal for cutting and displaying inside your home.

Popular Varieties of Purple Rose Plant

While the purple rose plant category includes several cultivars, one New Zealand favourite is the Rose Blackberry Nip. This rose combines deep, velvety purple with a spicy, rich scent, and is highly prized for its robustness and ability to repeat flower. It fits beautifully in formal rose beds, mixed borders, or as a focal point in your garden. If you’re passionate about creating a themed garden with striking purple floral highlights, pairing purple roses with other purple-toned plants can be rewarding.

Stunning Purple Companions

A garden inspired by purple hues offers striking visual impact and year-round interest. Complement your purple rose plant with shade-loving grasses like Liriope 'Royal Purple', which features bright green foliage and tall lavender flower spikes. If you appreciate exotic indoor blooms, Anthurium Zizou Purple' is a unique option with glossy purple flowers perfect for interiors. For gardeners keen on native shrubs, Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush) is an attractive, hardy addition, showcasing deep purple foliage and excellent for creating screening or providing colour contrast. Another fantastic indoor choice is Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple', with trailing vines and clusters of star-shaped purple flowers.

Planting and Care Tips for Purple Roses

Choose a sunny spot with at least six hours of direct sunlight for your purple rose plant. Ensure the soil is fertile, well-drained, and enriched with organic matter. Water deeply but allow the soil to dry slightly between watering sessions. Prune your purple rose plant in winter to encourage vigorous growth and abundant blooms in spring. Regular feeding with a specialist rose fertiliser will maintain lush foliage and vibrant flowers. Mulching helps reduce weeds and keeps the roots cool, while monitoring for pests will keep your roses healthy and thriving.

Start Your Purple Garden Journey

A purple rose plant provides everlasting beauty and sophistication, making it a superb choice for Kiwi gardeners. Discover the joy of growing purple roses and enrich your outdoor and indoor spaces with partners in purple, including Rose Blackberry Nip, Anthurium Zizou Purple', and Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush). Let your garden radiate with shades of purple this season.

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There’s more to explore beyond Coprosma 'Hawera' (Sand Coprosma) and Griselinia 'Ardmore Emerald' — like the subtle beauty of Malus floribunda, Skimmia japonica 'Rogersii', and Lemon 'Lemonade'.
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