Lavender Angustifolia Munstead 5 Litre Pot

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’

English Lavender – Compact, Fragrant, and Pollinator-Friendly

Lavender ‘Munstead’ is a compact, hardy variety of English lavender, known for its silvery-green foliage, deep lavender-blue flowers, and strong classic fragrance. This beloved perennial is ideal for edging paths, planting in sunny borders, or growing in containers, where its aromatic foliage and elegant blooms bring a timeless Mediterranean charm.

A magnet for bees and butterflies, ‘Munstead’ offers long-lasting colour and scent from midsummer into early autumn. Its neat, bushy habit makes it a great choice for low hedging, cottage gardens, and gravel beds.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:

• Soft, silvery foliage emerges and forms a compact mound.

• Rapid new growth prepares the plant for flowering.

Summer:

• Dense spikes of purple-blue flowers bloom from June to August.

• Strong fragrance released from both flowers and leaves.

• Loved by pollinators and ideal for cutting or drying.

Autumn:

• Fading flowers may be trimmed to tidy the plant.

• Foliage remains attractive and aromatic into late autumn.

Winter:

• Evergreen in mild areas; retains shape and scent through winter.

• Provide some protection from harsh frost in exposed sites.

Structure & Form

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Spread: 40–50 cm

• Form: Compact, bushy mound

• Foliage: Silvery-green, evergreen, aromatic

• Flowers: Narrow, upright spikes of lavender-blue

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Full sun – essential for strong flowering and scent

• Soil: Free-draining, moderately fertile; prefers alkaline to neutral

• Hardiness: RHS H5 – hardy in most UK regions

• Watering: Drought tolerant once established

• Pruning:

  • Light trim after flowering to maintain shape

  • Hard prune in late summer or early autumn to prevent woody growth

• Feeding: Minimal – avoid rich composts or overfeeding

Why Choose ‘Munstead’ Lavender?

• Compact size – ideal for small gardens, pots, and edging

• Traditional scent – perfect for sensory gardens and dried arrangements

• Pollinator magnet – loved by bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

• Low maintenance – thrives on neglect in the right spot

• Year-round interest – evergreen foliage and neat form

Perfect Uses

• Path edges and low borders

• Herb and sensory gardens

• Cottage and Mediterranean-style planting

• Gravel beds and dry slopes

• Container displays

• Lavender hedging – plant at 30–40 cm spacing