Lavender ‘Kew Red’ – A Unique Twist on a Garden Classic
Lavender ‘Kew Red’ is a striking and unusual variety that brings a splash of rich colour and captivating fragrance to any garden. Unlike the more common purple types, this standout cultivar features deep pink to crimson-red flower heads with a lighter pink bract – creating a beautifully layered and textured floral display. Compact and aromatic, ‘Kew Red’ is ideal for sunny borders, containers, gravel gardens, and even coastal settings.
Its neat, bushy habit and silvery-green foliage make it as attractive out of flower as in bloom, while its long flowering period ensures months of visual interest from late spring through summer.
Why Grow Lavender ‘Kew Red’?
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Unusual Colour – The crimson-pink tones set ‘Kew Red’ apart from traditional lavenders, adding a fresh twist to Mediterranean-style planting schemes.
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Compact Form – Reaching around 40–50cm in height, it’s perfectly suited for smaller spaces, edging paths, or container displays.
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Extended Flowering – Expect rich colour and fragrance from late spring into early autumn.
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Wildlife Friendly – Loved by bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a fantastic choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
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Drought Tolerant – Once established, ‘Kew Red’ is highly resilient and thrives in dry, sunny spots.
Growing & Caring for Lavender ‘Kew Red’
Soil – Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil. Avoid heavy or waterlogged ground.
Light – Thrives in full sun. The more light it gets, the better the flowering and scent.
Watering – Water moderately until established. Once settled, it is drought-tolerant and needs minimal irrigation.
Pruning – Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth. Avoid cutting into old wood.
Perfect Planting Partners
Pair ‘Kew Red’ with other sun-loving perennials and shrubs such as Salvia ‘Caradonna’, Perovskia (Russian Sage), Achillea, or ornamental grasses for a harmonious and textured display. It also contrasts beautifully with silver-leaved plants like Artemisia or Santolina for a classic Mediterranean feel.
With its compact form, exceptional colour, and ability to thrive in tough conditions, Lavender ‘Kew Red’ brings bold flair and delicate fragrance to gardens of all styles and sizes.
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.
