Summary
A timeless favorite for flowerbeds, planters, borders and culinary and apothecary gardens, French lavender is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that produces wonderfully aromatic leaves and blossoms. It thrives in warmer climates, is simple to care for and great for cooking, making soap and potpourri, and drying. The lavender is grown by Alder & Oak, a family-owned nursery that emphasizes sustainability and land stewardship as well as unsurpassed quality.
- French lavender is a hardy plant that is tolerant to drought but vulnerable to frost and overwinter cold.
- Produces subtly aromatic, dark-purple flower buds crowned with light-purple petals from May through July.
- Ideal for culinary use, potpourri, soap-making and drying for decorative use.
- Starter plants are suitable for small planters, window boxes and indoor culinary gardens.
- Large plant is suitable for patio planters and outdoor gardens and beds.
- 6"–12" lavender plants arrive in a plastic four-pack, ready for potting.
- 12"–24" single lavender shrub arrives in a planting pot.
- Grows up to 3′ high in a pot or in the ground (prune spent blooms regularly).
- Requires full sun.
Dimensions & More Info
- 4-Pack: 6"–12" high.
- Single plant: 12"–24" tall (not including pot).
- Grown in the USA; container is imported.
Use & Care
Care
- Carefully unpack lavender upon arrival.
- Find a full-sun location where lavender can receive as much natural light as possible.
- Water thoroughly upon arrival. Lavender is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering once planted.
- Plant in organically rich soil with good drainage.
- Prune spent blooms regularly.
- If you prefer to plant tree in the ground, pick a well-drained location that receives full sun and follow the simple instructions on the included planting card.
