Lavandula angustifolia 'Lavender Lady'

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Lavender Lady English Lavender

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

Description

A well-developed woody base is apparent with this evergreen subshrub. Its leaves assume an obtuse form, and have a gray green color above and a white woolly shade below. It needs little water, full sun, and well drained soils. Strong lavender scent is used for perfumes and sachets.

Plant Type

Perennial, Herb

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Lavender

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, White

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Hedge, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.