Lavender ‘Christiana’ – Compact Elegance with Extended Bloom Power
Lavandula ‘Christiana’ is a charming, compact variety of English lavender that brings a refined touch to any garden space. Known for its dense, bushy habit and soft, silvery foliage, ‘Christiana’ produces masses of fragrant, violet-blue flower spikes from early to mid-summer, often continuing into early autumn with deadheading. Its smaller size makes it perfect for edging, containers, or modern courtyard gardens, while its classic lavender scent and pollinator appeal make it as practical as it is beautiful.
Why Grow Lavender ‘Christiana’?
Compact Form, Big Impact
Growing to around 30–40cm tall and wide, ‘Christiana’ fits beautifully into smaller gardens, raised beds, or patio pots, while still offering the full charm of traditional lavender.
Soft Violet-Blue Blooms
Produces a generous flush of aromatic flower spikes that soften borders and attract pollinators, adding both movement and fragrance.
Evergreen Silvery Foliage
Its finely textured, grey-green leaves look elegant year-round and pair well with grasses, herbs, and Mediterranean-style planting schemes.
Drought Tolerant and Low Maintenance
Once established, ‘Christiana’ thrives in dry, sunny locations with very little care required – perfect for water-wise gardens.
Excellent for Pollinators
A magnet for bees and butterflies, offering valuable nectar and habitat through summer.
Where to Grow Lavender ‘Christiana’
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In sunny borders or herb gardens
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As a neat low hedge or path edging
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In pots and planters for patios and balconies
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In Mediterranean, gravel, or dry gardens
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Around seating areas where the scent can be enjoyed up close
How to Grow and Care for Lavender ‘Christiana’
Soil – Well-drained, light soil is essential. Avoid heavy, clay soils unless amended.
Light – Needs full sun for healthy growth and maximum flowering.
Watering – Water until established. Thereafter, only during prolonged dry periods.
Pruning – Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape. Prune again in early spring to prevent legginess.
Feeding – Minimal feeding needed. A low-nitrogen fertiliser in spring can help with flowering.
Winter Care – Hardy in most UK regions, though good drainage is essential to prevent root rot in winter.
Lavender ‘Christiana’ is a superb choice for gardeners seeking a compact, aromatic, and fuss-free plant that delivers beauty, biodiversity, and elegance in equal measure. Whether planted en masse, in a pot, or as a border accent, it brings timeless charm with modern versatility.
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.
