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Lavandula angustifolia / 3L / 19Cm
Lavandula angustifolia
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Fragrant, narrow leaves with aromatic purple flower spikes
- Attracts bees and other pollinators
- Hardy and low-maintenance
- Perfect for borders, containers, or herb gardens
- Evergreen foliage providing winter interest
- Compact and drought-tolerant habit
Overview
Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as English lavender, is a quintessential garden favourite prized for its richly aromatic evergreen foliage and striking spikes of purple flowers. Supplied in a 3 litre pot, this robust shrub brings timeless beauty, soothing scent, and wonderful wildlife value to sunny borders, patio containers, or kitchen gardens. Its compact, bushy habit and resilience make it an exceptional choice for low-maintenance planting schemes.
Why We Love It
- Both foliage and flowers offer a wonderful moderate fragrance.
- Brings vibrant purple summer colour to the garden.
- Acts as a fantastic magnet for bees and other pollinators.
- Provides year-round evergreen interest and structure.
- Thrives in dry conditions once established.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Lavandula angustifolia |
|---|---|
| Common Name | English lavender |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Foliage Persistence | Evergreen |
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Growth Habit | Bushy and compact |
| Fragrance Level | Moderate |
| Hardiness | H5 |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun is best for strong growth and abundant flowering. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. |
| Watering | Drought-tolerant once established; water moderately as needed. |
| Mulching | Apply a light mulch or balanced fertiliser in spring if desired. |
Perfect For
- Borders
- Containers
- Kitchen and herb gardens
- Balconies and patios
Good to Know
- Mature plants are highly drought-tolerant.
- Delivers reliable winter interest through its evergreen foliage.
- Easy to care for and suitable for beginner gardeners.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 3 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Care Level | Easy |
| Container Suitable | Yes |
| Balcony Suitable | Yes |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade· Sheltered
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
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