Lavender

Flower / perennial

Lavender

A silvery, aromatic sub-shrub with purple summer spikes that bees adore. Lavender thrives in hot, dry, sunny spots and poor, free-draining soil.

Quick facts

Light
Full sun
Water
Low water
Mature height
0.5–0.7 m
Bloom
Summer
Hardiness (USDA)
5–9
Drought
Tolerant
Pollinators
Bee-friendly

How to use it in your garden

  • Line a path or terrace for scent as you brush past.
  • Pair with roses or gravel for a Mediterranean feel.

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