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Lavandula angustifolia Munstead

English Lavender (Lavender)

A compact cultivar with both aromatic, gray-green foliage and spikes of purple flowers. Flowers are often dried for potpourri. 

  • »  Medium purple, spiked flowers on tall stems
  • »  Gray-green, scented foliage
  • »  Compact and a little less uniform than 'Hidcote'
  • »  Mounding, shrub-like habit
  • »  Can be shaped for low, border hedges
  • »  Bloom Time: June to August
  • »  Flower Height: 60 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 40 cm
  • »  Flower Size: 4-5 cm

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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:30-40 cm
  • Spread:50-60 cm
  • Bloom Color: Purple
Featured
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Slow
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Fragrant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Compact
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Ground cover
• Hedge
• Herbal garden
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead'

Oils are harvested for soaps and perfumes. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead'

Lavandula angustifolia grow best in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun. Excess, winter moisture may cause the stem to rot and hot, humid summers may cause the leaves to blacken and the plant to deteriorate. Prune flower stalks to encourage more blooms. In the spring, prune plants to the desired size or back to the old woody stems, to promote vigorous growth and keep a dense, compact habit. Please note: lavenders should never be pruned harder than half way down the stems. Because of its strong scent, plants can be added throughout the garden to deter insects. In mild climates lavenders are evergreen.