Lavandula angustifolia 'Nana Alba'
Dwarf White English Lavender
Description
A well-developed woody base is apparent with this evergreen subshrub, reaching 1' tall and wide. Its leaves have a gray green color above and a white woolly shade below. It needs little water once it's established, full sun, and well drained soils. During spring and summer, white, scented flowers appear, attracting bees. Dried flowers are used for perfumes and sachets. Prune in late winter.
Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, White
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
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, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.