French Lavender (syn L. stoechas Papillon)

Was £6.95, now £5.95Spikes of lavender-purple flowers, topped with long, flag-like tufts from late spring to summer and grey-green, aromatic leaves. A mass planting of this lovely 'butterfly lavender' makes an eye-catching display for a protected, sunny border. In frost-prone areas it is best grown in a large container and over-wintered indoors. As it's borderline hardy it is best grown in a container in colder areas of the country and should be over-wintered in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.Position: full sunSoil: fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: averageFlowering period: June and JulyFlower colour: purpleOther features: the aromatic flowers and leaves can be used for making pot-pourriHardiness: fully hardy (borderline) Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old woodThis plant is featured in the Scented Border. Click here to view the ready-made border design
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