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Lavender

Lavandula sublepidota

Lamiaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Evergreen
Fragrant
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Lavandula sublepidota, commonly known as Lavender, is a perennial ornamental plant from the Lamiaceae family. It grows to 0.4–0.8 meters tall, prefers full sun and low water, and thrives in sandy, loamy, or chalky soils. This fragrant plant blooms from June to September with purple, blue, white, or pink flowers and attracts pollinators. It is evergreen.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.4–0.8 m

Spread

0.3–0.6 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

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Origin & Cultivation

Native to the Mediterranean region, lavender has been cultivated for its aromatic properties for centuries.

Growing Tips

  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Water: Low
  • Soil: Sandy, loamy, chalky
  • USDA Zones: 5–8
  • Height: 0.4–0.8 m
  • Blooms: June, July, August, September
  • Flower Colors: Purple, blue, white, pink
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Pollinators: Yes
  • Evergreen: Yes
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