Lavandula officinalis English, 1L Standard
English lavender is the hardiest lavender and is a popular component of any cottage garden scheme. A bushy shrub with strongly aromatic foliage, it bears fragrant lavender flowers held in spikes over a long summer season. Ideal as a statement in a border or container, this standard form will attract bees, butterflies and other nectar-loving insects. Hessian not included, supplied in nursery pot.
Dimensions
- 1L
- Current Height: 50cm (1ft 8in) from base
Features
English lavender is the hardiest lavender and is a popular component of any cottage garden scheme. A bushy shrub with strongly aromatic foliage, it bears fragrant lavender flowers held in spikes over a long summer season. Ideal as a statement in a border or container, this standard form will attract bees, butterflies and other nectar-loving insects. Hessian not included, supplied in nursery pot.
Increasingly in its role as a herb, lavender is being used in recipes, not just for puddings, biscuits and fudge, but also for use with pork recipes.
- Flowers: July - September
- Hardy
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Full sun
- All aspects
Plant in spring in well-drained soil, with full sun. Cut back after flowering to prevent woody stems but avoid cutting into old wood.