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Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue'

Also Known As

  • Lavandula 'Betty's Blue'
  • Betty Blue Lavender

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

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Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue' plant details

Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue'

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat and wind
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Early blooming with a longer period to enjoy these dark purple flowers on their compact (to 20") silver mound; excellent dried flowers. S/M-D/GDr

Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue' plant

How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Betty Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 16"

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Shrub, Herb

Zones

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Size

Height: 24"

Width: 24"

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Plant Type

Shrub, Herb

Zones

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Size

Height: 3'

Width: 4'

  • sun
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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
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