English Lavender Plant
Best fragrant addition for home gardeners seeking resilient, beautiful plants.
This English Lavender cultivar offers a potent fragrance and striking purple blooms against blue-green foliage. It's a hardy, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for drought-tolerant and deer-resistant landscaping. Expect a beautiful display in early summer, with potential for a second bloom under ideal conditions.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking sensory pleasure and natural aromatherapy benefits.
- Eco-conscious individuals wanting to support local wildlife and ecosystems.
- Busy homeowners desiring beautiful, hardy plants requiring little fuss.
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners in areas with heavy clay soil or limited sunlight.
- Individuals preferring plants that require no regular shaping or trimming.
- Impatient gardeners expecting immediate, rapid growth and quick results.
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
The intense, classic scent profile is a standout sensory highlight.
Hardiness range
Exceptional adaptability across a wide spectrum of USDA climate zones.
Maintenance requirements
Drought tolerance and low upkeep make this a gardener's dream.
Pollinator appeal
Highly effective at drawing bees and butterflies to your landscape.
Visual impact
Striking purple blooms create a beautiful contrast against blue-green foliage.
Growth rate
Slow development requires patience for the plant to reach maturity.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-10
Mature Size
24 inches height and 24 inches spread
Bloom Time
Early Summer
Flower Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Blue-green
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Well-drained
Water Needs
Low
Drought Tolerant
Yes
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