Italian Lavender is a popular evergreen shrub grown for its scented, grey foliage and aromatic deep purple flower spikes. During spring it produces large, dense spikes of perfumed, blue\purple flowers.
Ideal for informal and formal shrub borders, cottage garden, rockeries and patio containers. Makes a great low hedge once established. Also grown for essential oils.
Common Name:
Italian Lavender
Botanical Name:
Lavandula stoechas 'Avonview'
Plant size:
10 - 12cm
Pot size:
50mm
Max growth:
Grows to about 50cm high and 50cm wide
Maintenance:
Prune after flowering to promote compact growth. Remove spent flower spikes to prolong flowering. Tolerates coastal conditions and short periods of dryness once established. Fertilise in spring and summer
Planting:
Plant in any well drained soil, in an open, sunny position