High Country Gardens Lavender Collection
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking drought-tolerant, fragrant, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.
This collection turns a high-maintenance herb garden into a set-it-and-forget-it landscape staple. You sacrifice the delicate, fussy nature of traditional lavender for a rugged, drought-tolerant shrub that blooms reliably from spring through fall.
$67.49
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a long-lasting, continuous floral display
- Eco-conscious homeowners prioritizing water-wise, low-maintenance landscaping
- Aromatic plant lovers wanting fresh scents for home use
Who should skip it
- Gardeners managing heavy clay or moisture-retentive soil
- Beginners intimidated by specific, high-maintenance pruning schedules
- Regional growers outside the recommended USDA hardiness zones
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering from late spring through fall maximizes seasonal garden color.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in waterwise landscapes with minimal supplemental irrigation once established.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing bees and butterflies into the garden ecosystem.
Garden Protection
Reliable deer resistance keeps these shrubs safe from common garden pests.
Variety Diversity
Five distinct cultivars provide excellent structural and aesthetic range for borders.
Climate Versatility
Strong performance in zones 6-9 with minor protection needed for colder.
Key Specs
Collection includes 5 plants
'Sharon Roberts' English Lavender, 'Miss Katherine' English Lavender, 'Blue Cushion' English Lavender, Phenomenal® Lavender, and 'Gros Bleu' French Lavender
Life Cycle
Perennial
Watering Needs
Low
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance Level
Strong Fragrance
Pet Safe
False
Deer Resistant
True
Pollinator Attractor
Bees, Butterflies
Soil Type Preference
Sandy, Well-Drained
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