Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead'

English Lavender, True Lavender

Family: Lamiaceae Mint


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 5B - 8A
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Lavender, purple
Bloom time Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, container, massing, rock garden, seashore, specimen
Height 12" to 24" / 30cm to 60cm
Spread 12" to 36" / 30cm to 90cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage