Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa'

Also Known As

Melissa English Lavender
Melissa Pink Lavender

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

5a-9b

Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa' plant details

Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer pink and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pink fading to white flowers. Gray foliage.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa' plant

How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Flower Color
- white
- pink
Foliage Season
- evergreen