LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Aromatic
GROWTH HABIT
Bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Medicinal / Aromatic
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering herb
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
18–24 in
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Low
HARDINESS ZONES
5–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
12–18 in
PLANTING DEPTH
0.3–0.5 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
How can lavender be used to create a low-water border?
How can lavender be used to create a low-water border?
Once established, lavender tolerates relatively dry conditions and can form a fragrant, structured border in a sunny, well-drained location.
Why is poor drainage a bigger concern than dry soil for lavender?
Why is poor drainage a bigger concern than dry soil for lavender?
Lavender prefers dry, free-draining conditions and can struggle when its roots remain in consistently wet soil.
Can lavender be shaped into compact mounds?
Can lavender be shaped into compact mounds?
Light trimming after flowering can help maintain a tidy rounded form without cutting deeply into old woody growth.
How can lavender flowers be preserved after cutting?
How can lavender flowers be preserved after cutting?
Cut flowering stems when blooms are developed and dry them in a warm, airy location away from direct moisture.
Can lavender be combined with ornamental grasses?
Can lavender be combined with ornamental grasses?
Yes. Fine-textured grasses can contrast with lavender's gray-green foliage while maintaining a similarly low-water landscape style.
What garden position best highlights lavender's fragrance?
What garden position best highlights lavender's fragrance?
Plant it in a sunny location near paths, seating areas, or entrances where its fragrance can be appreciated as people pass.