Minus icon Plant Type Perennials
Minus icon Height Short 10-12"
Minus icon Spacing Plant 10-12" apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Early Summer to Late Summer
Minus icon Sun / Shade Full Sun
Minus icon Growing Zones 5-9
Minus icon Soil Type Normal, Sandy
Minus icon Water Needs Low
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Lavandula angustifolia 'SuperBlue' (PP24,929)
Lavandula are an indispensable member of the herb family, used for perfumes and potpourri. Use it in dry gardens, barren slopes, or bordering a sunny path. Its ornamental compact habit makes it a welcome addition to the perennial border. Evergreen in warmer zones. Semi-evergreen in the north. Lavender will bring an entourage of beneficial pollinators like butterflies, bees, praying mantis, etc. Not only will lavender's fragrance attract pollinators, but its scent may keep annoying pests like mosquitoes at bay.
Plant in full sun with well-draining soil and good air circulation. If clay soil, may benefit from planting in raised beds. Removing spent flower stalks as soon as they fade encourages more blooms and prevents the plant from becoming leggy. Heavier pruning can be done twice a year: first after the initial flowering period, and again up until late August after the final blooms have faded. Avoid any trimming after August to allow the plant time to prepare for winter. In spring, also wait to prune until you see new growth emerging from old stems, which depending on your location, might not be until June. When pruning, cut back up to two-thirds of the plant's height, being careful to leave plenty of green foliage and avoid cutting into the woody base, which can damage the plant. These woody plants do not like to be divided. Sometimes stems root where they touch the soil and these plantlets can be transplanted in spring.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
