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Fragrant spires of dark purple flowers above silvery foliage light up the garden border in summer. If trimmed after blooming, they will flower again. Their flowers may be used in sachets or as flavoring in baking and drinks.

Latin Name

Lavandula angustifolia


Family

Lamiaceae


Also Known As

Common Lavender Garden Lavender True Lavender


Type of Plant

Perennials Perennials
Herbs Herbs

Bloom Season

June - August

Seasons

Summer Summer

Specifications

Max height Max Height: 3'
Max spread Max Spread: 4'

Uses

  • Flower Border
  • Herb

  • Sunlight Exposure

    Full Sun Full Sun

    Tolerances

  • Air Pollution
  • Deer
  • Drought
  • Dry Soil
  • Shallow-Rocky Soil
  • Rabbit

  • Attracted Wildlife

    Butterflies Butterflies

    Colors


    Native Range

    Mediterranean


    History

    Thomas Jefferson grew English lavender as one of his kitchen herbs in 1794.


    Other Details

    Pollinator Pollinator

    Planted at Mount Vernon

    Planted at Mount Vernon Lower Garden Upper Garden

  • Lower Garden
  • Upper Garden

  • Hardiness Zones

    5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b USDA basemap

    Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005

    map legend 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b

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