Lavender Angustifolia Hidcote 2 Litre Pot

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

• Rosa ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ – classic romantic pairing

• Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ – soft and flowing complement

• Santolina chamaecyparissus – silvery tones and texture match

• Echinacea purpurea – bold colour contrast and summer bloom synergy

• Stipa tenuissima – gentle movement alongside tidy lavender mounds

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and gravel gardens

• Path edging and formal parterre planting

• Pollinator gardens and wildlife habitats

• 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.