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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

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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

Dense, compact hybrid selection to 1' with dark blue flowers in early summer. Hardy to 10 °F. Garden origin.

Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick' plant

How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Martha Roderick'

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
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