Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender) - Image 5

Botanical name: Lavandula stoechas

Common names: Spanish Lavender, French lavender, Stoechas Lavender, Topped Lavender, Rabbit Ears, Papillon

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: Mediterranean

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender) white flower, close up with a fuzzy bee pollinating the plant.
Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender) with white flower spikes and a bee resting on the petals.


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