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Lavandula canariensis

Also Known As

Canary Island Lavender
Lavender

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

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

planting zones

9b-11

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Lavandula canariensis plant details

Lavandula canariensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb or shrub with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. 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 canariensis

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in summer
Uses: floriferous, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula canariensis

USDA Zones: 9b - 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

From the land of weird and wonderful plants, we present a very unusal lavender with, not silver or gray foliage, but bright emerald green! Not only green but a lovely and interesting lacy, ferny and frond-like foliage that grows quickly into a dense, 30" x 36" mound. What's more, it blooms year round, bearing gobs of rich, deep purple-blue 4-6 inch spikelets on a plentitude of erect and sturdy branching stems. Easy, no worries, deer resistant and drought-loving (once established), it's a winner for hot, dry situations. Nice in containers too! Well-drained soil. Prune in spring to maintain shape. Self-sows! Hardy to 25 degrees F. Bees!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

A handsome lavender with deeply cut, rich green fern-like foliage and blue-purple flowers on slender stalks. Plants grow to 4' high with an equal or slightly lesser spread. Virtually ever-blooming in mild climates, this is an especially good choice for decorative pots on sunny terraces. Hardy to 25F. Canary Islands.