A compact fragrant, greyish green leaved shrub with long stems carrying spikes of lavender blue flowers from early July onwards. It needs a sunny well drained site preferably in an alkaline soil. Prune hard in Spring to keep shape. Height and spread 60-75cm (2-2.5')
Common NameLavender
Approx Height (10 yrs.)30-60 cm (12-24")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAcid, Neutral, Alkaline
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSummer
Evergreen/DeciduousEvergreen
Cut FlowerCut Flower
Plants for PollinatorsPlants for Pollinators
Bee FriendlyBee Friendly
Butterfly FriendlyButterfly Friendly
Edible FlowersEdible Flowers
Flower ColourBlue
FragranceFragrant
Plant TypeShrubs