Lavandula x heterophylla

Also Known As

Lavandula x hetrophylla
Lavender
Sweet Lavender

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

8a-11

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Lavandula x heterophylla plant details

Lavandula x heterophylla is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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 x heterophylla

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, fragrant foliage, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula x heterophylla

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

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By: Zephs

Subshrub to 4' high and as wide, with almost 2' flowering spikes bearing bright lavender-purple flowers from mid-spring to autumn. Flowers are lightly camphor scented. Hardy to 15F. Mediterranean.