A compact, bushy, evergreen shrub with linear, aromatic, grey-green leaves. From late spring to late summer, short, unbranched stalks bearing dense spikes of dark purple flowers are topped with conspicuous, light mauve-purple bracts.
0.5-1 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
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Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun with shelter from cold winds. See lavender cultivation for further advice
Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in early summer, may not come true from seed. See our video How to take lavender cuttings for more advice
Pruning group 10; deadhead after flowering. Trimming in late summer prevents plants from becoming straggly, but you can leave plants for a season to benefit wildlife with seeds or as shelter if you prefer. Avoid pruning in autumn in wet or cold regions as this may leave plants vulnerable to winter damage. Avoid cutting back into old wood
May be susceptible to rosemary beetle and cuckoo spit (froghoppers)
May be susceptible to grey moulds and honey fungus