Where is Lavandula angustifolia from?
Mediterranean
Lavandula angustifolia, commonly called English lavender, has been a mainstay of herb gardens for many years. Despite its common name, it is not in fact native to England, but comes primarily from the Mediterranean region.
Is lavender the same as Lavandula?
TLDR: Lavender and Lavandin are both “lavenders” in the Lavender family with slightly different scent profiles: LavENDER is sweet and floral, LavANDIN is strong and herbal.
How hard is Lavandula angustifolia?
English lavender is hardy down to -12°C. French lavender is far less hardy, assume it is hardy to around -2°C, possibly a couple of degrees lower if the soil is very free-draining. Grow equally well in open ground and containers….LAVENDER SUMMARY.
| HARDY | (to -12°C) |
|---|---|
| FLOWER TIME | End June to early August |
Is lavender a high maintenance plant?
Once established, lavender is very low-maintenance and requires minimal watering or pruning. If the stems become woody as the plant matures, prune it back by about half its height in the spring to promote fresh new growth and robust flowering.
Can I leave lavender outside in winter?
Lavender grows best outdoors, but you can keep these aromatic gems alive through winter inside, too. Plus, lavender is not only pretty—its scent also brings a sense of calm to every room.
Is lavender easy to keep alive?
Place your container grown lavender plants somewhere they receive full sun (at least eight hours per day) and water them sparingly. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, but don’t let it get so dry that the plant wilts. Lavender likes heat, and many varieties won’t survive a cold winter.
What is the bluest lavender?
Hidcote Blue Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia Hidcote Blue) has deeply colored violet-blue flowers and a compact uniform habit. Hidcote Blue Lavender is an excellent choice for edging walks and paths, where the aromatic flowers and foliage can be easily enjoyed. Good variety for drying, as it holds its color well.
How tall does a Lavandula Munstead shrub get?
Genus Lavandula are small aromatic evergreen shrubs with usually narrow, simple, entire, toothed or lobed leaves and small tubular flowers in dense spikes in summer Details ‘Munstead’ is a compact evergreen shrub, to 45cm tall, with narrow, grey-green foliage and spikes of small, highly-fragrant, blue-purple flowers in mid to late summer
What kind of flowers does a Lavandula have?
Divided into 3 groups these lists, linked below, are maintained by a team of RHS staff and are reviewed annually. Genus Lavandula are small aromatic evergreen shrubs with usually narrow, simple, entire, toothed or lobed leaves and small tubular flowers in dense spikes in summer
What kind of soil does Lavandula angustifolia need?
Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets Cultivation Prefers a well-drained neutral to alkaline soil but tolerates acidic conditions. In heavy soil improve drainage as it does not tolerate waterlogging. Potash will encourage flowering but high nitrogen fertilisers and manure will result in “”floppy”” plants.
What kind of bees do Lavandula angustifolia pollinate?
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’. English lavender ‘Munstead’. RHS Plants for Pollinators plants. This plant will provide nectar and pollen for bees and the many other types of pollinating insects.