Lavandula stoechas 'Castilliano Violet'

Lavandula stoechas 'Castilliano Violet' is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with blue and green foliage. In summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies 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 alkaline, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula stoechas 'Castilliano Violet'

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, easy-to-grow, fragrant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula stoechas 'Castilliano Violet'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b

Sun exposure: sun

Watering frequency: occasional - low

Resistant to: deer, heat and seaside / salt

Soil needs: alkaline, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained