Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Velvet'

Also Known As

Royal Velvet English Lavender

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Velvet' plant details

Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Velvet' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In summer purple 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 'Royal Velvet'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Velvet'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Deep navy and lavender flowers.

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Velvet' plant

How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Velvet'

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen