Lavandula stoechas 'Helmsdale'

Also Known As

Helmsdale Spanish Lavender

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 20"-30"
W: 20"-30"

planting zones

7a-11

Lavandula stoechas 'Helmsdale' plant details

Lavandula stoechas 'Helmsdale' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In summer burgundy and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees 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, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lavandula stoechas 'Helmsdale'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 20 IN - 30 IN - wide, 20 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and purple blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lavandula stoechas 'Helmsdale'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and wind
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rich purple-red flowers with burgundy "rabbit ears" appear atop this robust 30"t x 30"w bright-green scented foliage late-spring-into-fall!; for use as cut flowers or butterfly magnets. S/M-D/GDr