Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender)

Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flower, close up of small petals on thin green stems.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flower spikes emerging from thin green stalks.

Botanical names: Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula officinalis, Lavandula vera, Lavandula spica

Common names: Lavender, English Lavender

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: Western Mediterranean

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 5-8

Plant type: Spice or herb
Small plant 2-5 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Small; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

A popular plant grown for potpourri, Lavender likes to grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 6-9, this plant reaches a height of up to 20 inches and a width of up to 24 inches. Bees thoroughly enjoy the pollen of Lavender. Lavender flowers June through August, however, the flowers after July tend to look "tired" during the heat of the summer months. To revive this plant, shear off all the flowers; the plant will resume its natural beauty. Lavender prefers lots of sun but will tolerate a limited amount of shade. Well-drained soil is essential, otherwise the foliage will yellow. This perennial tolerates drought quite well, but water them a bit through really dry periods, preferably not over their foliage. Fertilize sparingly if at all, because these are not particularly hungry plants.Lavender is one of the most famous of all herbs for the fragrance of its dried flowers and the oil distilled from them. Lavender grows best in rocky, dry, sunny places with an abundant amount of lime in the soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Scent is strongest in dry, sunny locations. Can be used for bonsai.

Similar plants: Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender)


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Lavandula angustifolia gray green leaves upright plant inside black plastic growing nursery container
Lavandula angustifolia narrow leaves growing within a black container for easy placement
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flower spikes emerging from dense narrow grey green needle foliage plant
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flower spikes rising above narrow grey green leaves in the ground.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) green leaves covering the ground surface in a dense textured plant mat.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) leaves form a dense carpet with many narrow, pointed foliage stems.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) green plant with narrow leaves arranged in dense growing clumps.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) with narrow green leaves growing in dense, clustered vegetation clumps.
Lavandula angustifolia dense green plant close up with small narrow textured foliage
Lavandula angustifolia narrow green foliage growing densely within a round black container
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flower close up showing small buds and open petals.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flower spike with tiny individual blossoms along the central stem.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) with narrow green leaves in a small brown plastic nursery plant pot.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) with narrow green leaves growing in a small orange nursery plastic pot.
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) purple flowers on a dense bush, close up in full sun
Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) dense purple flower clusters resting above stone border, creating a vibrant effect.


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