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Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573

Also Known As

  • Lavandula stoechas 'Bee Happy'
  • Lavandula stoechas 'Madrid Blue'
  • Madrid Blue Spanish Lavender

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 7b-9b

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Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573 plant details

Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573 is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb or shrub with blue foliage. In spring and summer blue and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573

USDA Zones: 7b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An unusual color combination (sky blue combined with white bracts), a compact habit (to 1-2') and very early blooming (possibly starting as early as Easter) all make this French lavender ideal for container/border. S/M-D/GDr
Plump long-blooming dark blue flowers topped with luminous white rabbit ear-like tufts accord 'Madrid Blue' a whimsical air, while strongly scented narrow gray-green leaves fashion a compact tailored foil for the bevy of eye-catching aromatic blooms. Not as cold-hardy as other Lavandula species, this new cultivar needs a yearly trim, protection from harsh winter conditions and a well-drained locale to ensure its longevity and innate good looks.

Gardening facts about Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573 plant

How to Grow Lavandula 'Bee Happy' PP12573

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial, Herb

Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
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  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 16"

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Plant Type

Shrub, Herb

Zones

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Size

Height: 24"

Width: 24"

  • sun
  • low
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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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