Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle'

Also Known As

Irene Doyle English Lavender

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

H: 18"-2'
W: 24"-30"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle' plant details

Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb or shrub with blue foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle'

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 18 IN - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lavender augustifolia 'Irene Doyle'..a mounding perennial herb growing to 2 feet producing fragrant lavender flowers...old fashion variety.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle' plant

How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

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