Monrovia Provence French Lavender
Best low-maintenance shrub for drought-tolerant, fragrant garden landscapes.
This is the ultimate low-maintenance workhorse for a fragrant, drought-tolerant landscape. While it demands full sun and excellent drainage to truly thrive, the reward is a reliable, deer-resistant evergreen that brings year-round structure and harvestable blooms to your garden.
$16.99
at
Armstrong Garden Centers (Shop)
Who it's for
- Floral designers needing sturdy stems for arrangements
- Crafters and cooks seeking potent, fragrant lavender harvests
- Gardeners wanting long-lasting, vibrant summer color
Who should skip it
- Small-space gardeners with limited planting area
- Gardeners with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soil
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding regular pruning tasks
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental irrigation required.
Aromatic Intensity
Delivers a potent, classic fragrance perfect for sensory garden borders.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing butterflies and bees to your landscape.
Year-Round Structure
Evergreen foliage maintains visual interest even during the dormant season.
Maintenance Ease
Flexible pruning schedule makes upkeep simple for novice gardeners.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer, protecting your garden from unwanted browsing.
Key Specs
Mature Height
2 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Bloom Season
Summer
Flower Color
Purple
Deer Resistant
Yes
Drought Tolerant
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
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