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Lavandula stoechas

Spanish Lavender

Plant photo of: Lavandula stoechas
Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

This dense shrub grows 2'-3' tall with blue gray foliage and deep purple flowers that have large showy bracts near the top of the spikes. It is drought tolerant. It does best in full sun with well draining soil. Established plants need only occasional watering, perhaps once every 3 weeks during the summer. No fertilizer needed for this plant. Great plant for flower arrangements or pot-pourri.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial, Herb

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Purple

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.