Lavender at Wairere Nursery

Lavender

Lavender blue dilly dilly...... Who does not love Lavender? Used since time immemorial as a medicinal herb, an insect repellent, an aromatic oil and a general all round house hold essential especially when there was a bit of strewing to be done. The Romans and Greeks used Lavender when bathing and that is the origin of the botanical name Lavandula (la-van-dew-la) which comes from the Latin word lavare meaning to bathe or wash. Lavenders natural home is the Mediterranean region, the Middle East and India. Believe it or not the much loved English Lavender does not come from England at all. It was probably introduced by a conqueror who like to smell nice and wouldn't travel anywhere without his favourite herb. History tells us that Lavender grew in England from about 1265 onwards. Talking of smelling nice Lavender is one of the main ingredients in the world famous Eau de Cologne, 4711, named after the street number of the 18th century inventor of "water from Cologne".

Lavender has a strong biblical connection too; it is mentioned several times under the name 'Spikenard'. Spikenard i.e. Lavender Oil was a precious and expensive commodity and it is written that Mary used this oil to anoint the feet of Jesus. There are about 30 species of Lavender. They are described variously has shrubs, sub shrubs, herbs, or herbaceous perennials. They all have highly aromatic foliage and flowers but it is Lavandula angustifolia and its various cultivars that is the most popular for the production of Lavender Oil. The pungent oil is collected from the oil glands at the base of the flower spikes. Lavenders are generally short lived and in their natural habitat the volatile oil can cause spontaneous combustion which means they would be very short lived indeed! All Lavenders are sun lovers and they prefer to grow in well drained soil. They will grow happily with little or no fertilizer. Lavenders are best trimmed after flowering. If you wish the discarded flowers can be dried for pot pourri etc. Bees love Lavender flowers so make sure you plant a couple of bushes near the vegetable plot or orchard for pollination purposes. Great for hedging or edging, perfect in the perennial border and lovely in a pot. Love Lavender? We certainly do. Lavender was strewed throughout houses during the Great Plague of London (1665) as it was thought to be a protection against disease.

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Lavender Foveaux Storm

aka English Lavender

Lavandula. An 'English' type Lavender with deliciously aromatic foliage and flowers. The grey leaves are off set by dark purple flower heads that appear from summer through to early autumn. Makes a lovely hedge. Trims well (after flowering). Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen

After trimming your Lavender dry the flower heads to use for potpourri. Top tip - put dried Lavender in the vacuum cleaner bag to perfume your whole home and keep the vacuum smelling sweet.

Flower Colour: Purple
Habit: Perennial Medium
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 70cm

Lavender Foveaux Storm

Expected Stock Height: 10/20 cm ?

New stock expected Autumn, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $26.99. Payment on order.

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Lavender Hidcote Blue

aka English Lavender

Lavandula. Named after one of England's finest gardens this lovely little English Lavender has intensely aromatic foliage and flowers. The deep purple flowers appear on fine stems in summer. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Trim after flowering. Evergreen. RHS AGM.

Flower Colour: Purple
Habit: Perennial Medium
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 60cm

Lavender Hidcote Blue

Expected Stock Height: 15/20 cm ?

This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock.

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Lavender Major

aka Spanish Lavender

One of the most popular Lavenders sold in NZ and there's a good reason for that. The plump purple flower heads appear in abundance from early spring through to late summer. It performs well, looks good and clips well. Happiest in a sunny well drained spot. Evergreen.

Use for low hedges, container planting, topiary work or just plant amongst your other treasures in the mixed border. A great little Mediterranean lavender that seldom disappoints.

Flower Colour: Purple / Lavender
Habit: Perennial Medium
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size (HxW): 60cm x 60cm

Lavender Major

Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?

New stock expected Autumn, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $26.99. Payment on order.

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Lavender Munstead

aka English Lavender

Lavandula. English Lavender. A dwarf, compact form with foliage and flowers that carry the true sweet lavender fragrance we all love. The fine, grey foliage is topped off with stalks of small flower heads in the peak of summer. Trim after flowering. Loves the sun and good drainage. Evergreen.

'Munstead' is named after Munstead Woods in Surrey - the home of renowned garden designer - the late Gertrude Jeckyl.

Flower Colour: Lavender
Habit: Perennial Medium
Leaves: Evergreen, Grey Green
Mature Size (HxW): 30cm x 30cm

Lavender Munstead

Expected Stock Height: 10/15 cm ?

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Lavender Super

aka French-English Hybrid Lavender

Lavandula. This is a stunning hybrid lavender which is both tall and sturdy. With large aromatic grey foliage and long stems of intensely aromatic purple flower heads it is a very desirable plant. Plant in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.

Lavender 'Super' can be grown as a hedge or used in the border for colour and fragrance. Lavender flowers are great for attracting bees to the garden so they ideal to plant near the vegetable garden to assist with pollination.

Flower Colour: Purple
Habit: Perennial Medium
Leaves: Evergreen, Light
Mature Size (HxW): 80cm x 60cm

Lavender Super

Expected Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?

New stock expected Autumn, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $26.99. Payment on order.

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