Lavandula angustifolia – Classic English Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as English Lavender, is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its fragrant purple-blue flower spikes and aromatic silver-grey foliage. Flowering in summer, it attracts bees and butterflies while bringing colour, scent and structure to borders, pathways and containers. Hardy and drought tolerant once established, it is a timeless favourite in both traditional and contemporary gardens.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
Fresh silvery-grey foliage forms neat, bushy mounds with a soft, aromatic texture.
Summer:
Slender spikes of richly scented purple-blue flowers appear from early to mid-summer, attracting pollinators and filling the air with fragrance.
Autumn & Winter:
In milder areas, plants remain semi-evergreen, retaining their silvery foliage and compact structure.
Structure & Form
Ideal for edging pathways, lining borders or creating low hedging.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Cottage Gardens: A traditional planting favourite.
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Pollinator-Friendly Gardens: Excellent for bees and butterflies.
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Low Hedging: Creates fragrant borders along paths.
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Containers & Patios: Perfect for sunny pots.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position:
Full sun for best flowering and strongest fragrance.
Soil:
Requires well-drained soil. Thrives in sandy or chalky soils and dislikes winter wet.
Hardiness:
Fully hardy in the UK (to approximately -15°C).
Maintenance:
Trim lightly after flowering to maintain shape. Avoid cutting into old woody growth.
Why Choose Lavandula angustifolia?
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Highly fragrant flowers and foliage
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Pollinator friendly
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Drought tolerant once established
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Ideal for hedging and borders
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Low maintenance and reliable
Lavandula angustifolia is a classic garden essential, offering fragrance, colour and structure year after year.
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.