Lavandula angustifolia 'Blue Essence' - 2 Ltr pot

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Lavandula officinalis.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * very beautiful in containers * evergreen * easy to care for * deer resistant

Leaves
Suitable for consumption.

Growth habit
Bushy.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September - Pruning: In the period from February to March - Harvesting: From June to September - Sowing under glass: From March to May - Sowing outdoors: From April to June.

Care
Frozen shoots are cut back to the healthy wood as soon as there is no longer any danger of frost.

Flower
Lavandula angustifolia forms rake-shaped, purple flowers arranged in panicles from June. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Cut, solitary, group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, bee pasture, tub, cosmetic, scented garden, rose garden