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Lavandula angustifolia / 13Cm
Lavandula angustifolia
Confirmed format: 13cm
Plant Highlights
- Aromatic purple flower spikes
- Fragrant, narrow leaves
- Attracts bees and other pollinators
- Hardy and low-maintenance
- Ideal for borders, containers, and herb gardens
- Provides winter interest and year-round structure
Overview
Lavandula angustifolia is a classic, hardy shrub known for its striking spikes of purple flowers and fragrant, narrow leaves. Thriving in full sun, this low-maintenance plant brings wonderful colour, scent, and structure to any garden or patio. Its compact, bushy habit makes it exceptionally well suited to sunny borders, patio containers, and herb gardens, while providing valuable support for pollinators.
Why We Love It
- Produces aromatic purple flower spikes and fragrant foliage.
- Hardy and low-maintenance for effortless gardening.
- Compact habit is perfect for containers, borders, and herb gardens.
- Attracts bees and other pollinators to the garden.
- Offers winter interest and year-round structure.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Lavandula angustifolia |
|---|---|
| Common Name | English lavender |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Growth Habit | Bushy and compact |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Fragrance | Moderate |
| Position | Full sun |
| Soil PH | Alkaline |
| Drainage | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | H5 |
| Flowering Season | July to August |
| Mature Height | 60cm - 90cm |
| Mature Spread | 60cm - 90cm |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in a position of full sun for strong growth and abundant flowering. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. |
| Watering | Mature plants are drought-tolerant. |
| Mulching | Apply a light mulch or balanced fertiliser in spring if desired. |
Perfect For
- Borders
- Containers
- Kitchen gardens
- Balconies
- Patios
Good to Know
- Attracts bees and other pollinators.
- Provides winter interest with year-round structure.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 13cm pot |
|---|---|
| Care Level | Easy |
| Container Suitable | Yes |
| Balcony Suitable | Yes |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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