Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem'
Also Known As
- Oxford Gem English Lavender
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5b-9b
Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem' plant details
Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue 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 alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem'
- USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit
- Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem' plant
How to Grow Lavandula angustifolia 'Oxford Gem'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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