Lavandula angustifolia 'Graves'

Also Known As

Graves Lavender

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

H: 30"-36"
W: 3'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Lavandula angustifolia 'Graves' plant details

Lavandula angustifolia 'Graves' 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 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 angustifolia 'Graves'

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 30 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Graves'

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

Tall slender stems rise from a mound of elegant sword-shaped gray-green foliage, the longest leaves of any angustifolia cultivar. Abundant green buds tinted with purple open into dark violet blooms held by light purple calyxes, and make excellent cut flowers, fresh or dried.