Wildlife & Pollinator Value
A premier bee and butterfly plant. The fragrance also deters many pests.
Design Ideas with Lavender
Companion Plants
Deer & Browsing Animals
Lavender is generally considered deer resistant. While no plant is completely deer-proof, the foliage is typically not palatable to deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens where browsing pressure is a concern.
Drought Tolerance
Lavender is drought tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes, xeriscaping, and low-irrigation gardens.
Growing Conditions for Lavandula angustifolia
Light
Full Sun
Soil
Chalk,Sand · Well-Drained · pH: Neutral
Water
Low
Planting, Maintenance & Propagation
Planting Tips
Prune by one-third immediately after first bloom for a second flush. Excellent drainage is essential — avoid clay soils.
Propagation
Origin & References
Native Region: Mediterranean
Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
An iconic fragrant herb with silver-green foliage and tall spikes of violet-purple flowers. The aromatic foliage and blooms are prized in cooking, sachets, and essential oils.
| Botanical Name | Lavandula angustifolia |
| Plant Type & Habit | Perennial, Mounding |
| Hardiness Zone (USDA) | 5-8 |
| Size | 1-2 ft tall, 1-3 ft wide |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Sun & Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Chalk,Sand |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Moisture | Low |
| Evergreen / Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Silver |
| Foliage Texture | Fine, needle-like silvery-green foliage with a strong aromatic scent when brushed. |
| Seasonal Interest | Early Summer,Summer · Color: Purple,LavenderFragrant |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Primary Uses | BorderCottage GardenRock GardenCutting GardenPollinator Garden |
Tolerance
Attracts
Garden Uses
Care – Quick
Prune by one-third immediately after first bloom for a second flush. Excellent drainage is essential — avoid clay soils.
- Water:Low
- Maintenance:Low
- Propagation:Stem Cuttings
- Companions:Roses, Salvia, Catmint, Thyme