Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick'
Also Known As
- Lavandula 'Martha Roderick'
- Martha Roderick Lavendar
Plant type
shrub, herb
size
- H: 12"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick' plant details
Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick' is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer 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 and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick'
- Plant type: herb or shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: fragrant foliage, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick' plant
How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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- sun
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