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.