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Lavandula an. Essence Purple (Lavender) / 1L
Lavandula angustifolia Essence Purple
Confirmed format: 1 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Rich purple flower spikes
- Highly fragrant foliage
- Compact evergreen habit
- Long-lasting summer colour
- Excellent for pollinator-friendly gardens
Overview
Lavandula angustifolia 'Essence Purple' is a compact English lavender selected for its abundant, richly coloured purple flower spikes and aromatic silver-green foliage. Flowering throughout the summer months, it provides long-lasting colour while filling the garden with its characteristic fragrance. Its naturally neat, bushy habit makes it an exceptional choice for borders, gravel gardens, and patio containers.
Why We Love It
- Rich purple flower spikes provide vibrant summer colour.
- Highly fragrant foliage adds wonderful sensory appeal.
- Compact bushy habit is ideal for containers and smaller spaces.
- Supports bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
- Easy to grow and maintain in suitable conditions.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Lavandula angustifolia 'Essence Purple' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lavender |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Flowering Season | June, July, August |
| Fragrance | Strong fragrance from foliage |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 40 cm to 50 cm |
| Mature Spread | 40 cm to 50 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (-15°C to -10°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in a full sun position. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Grow in neutral, well-drained and free-draining soil. |
| Watering | Low water requirement; requires little additional watering except during prolonged dry spells. |
Perfect For
- Borders
- Gravel gardens
- Containers
- Coastal gardens
- Cut flowers
- Pollinator-friendly planting
Good to Know
- The flowers and foliage offer strong wildlife value, supporting both pollinators and butterflies.
- Suitable for coastal gardens and cutting for fresh arrangements.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 1 Litre pot |
|---|---|
| Care Level | Easy |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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