Waterwise Plant Details

Italian lavender, Spanish Lavender

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