Lavandula Angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ – Iconic English Lavender for Fragrance and Form
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ is a much-loved, compact English lavender known for its intense fragrance, silvery foliage, and deep violet-blue flowers. A staple in cottage gardens, Mediterranean schemes, and pollinator-friendly planting, it brings colour, scent, and structure to sunny borders, gravel gardens, and containers.
Its neat, bushy habit and long-lasting blooms make ‘Hidcote’ ideal for edging paths or planting en masse for a dramatic summer display. The richly aromatic foliage is evergreen in milder regions and looks attractive even when not in bloom. Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and adored by bees, this RHS Award-winning variety is both beautiful and beneficial.
Key Features
Foliage: Aromatic, silver-grey evergreen leaves
Ultimate Height: 0.1 - 0.5m
Ultimate Spread: 0.5 - 1m
Flowers: Spikes of deep purple-blue blooms from mid to late summer
Form: Compact and bushy – easy to shape and maintain
Scent: Highly fragrant – foliage and flowers alike
Pollinator-Friendly: Excellent for bees and butterflies
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Rosa ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ – classic romantic pairing
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Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ – soft and flowing complement
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Santolina chamaecyparissus – silvery tones and texture match
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Echinacea purpurea – bold colour contrast and summer bloom synergy
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Stipa tenuissima – gentle movement alongside tidy lavender mounds
Ideal For
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Borders, beds, and gravel gardens
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Path edging and formal parterre planting
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Pollinator gardens and wildlife habitats
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Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant designs
Growing Conditions
Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK
Maintenance: Prune lightly after flowering to keep shape and encourage bushiness; avoid over-watering
Why Choose Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’?
- Renowned for fragrance and rich purple flower colour
- Perfect for edging, mass planting, and containers
- Loved by bees and butterflies
- Evergreen interest and easy-care character
Lavender ‘Hidcote’ is a timeless favourite that blends traditional charm with modern reliability – a must-have for any sunny garden space where fragrance, colour, and structure are key.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
