Waterwise Plant Details
Italian lavender, Spanish Lavender
- Family: LAMIACEAE
- Genus: Lavandula
- Species: stoechas
Generally, rounded shrubs to 1 metre high and wide with dense, narrow, grey-green leaves and medium length, upright flowering stems. Masses of fragrant deep purple flowers are produced over the warmer months with a peak in spring. Flowers typically have 2 prominent 'rabbit ear' bracts at the top.
They perform best in full sun positions in well-drained soil. A prune after flowering will maintain compact growth. An ideal plant for cottage gardens, formal gardens, borders, low hedge and containers.
Cultivars include 'Avon View'. Prune lightly to maintain shape.
Pronunciation: Lav-ann-doo-lah