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English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

The classic. 'Munstead' and 'Hidcote' are the cold-hardy picks. Drainage is everything.

pollinatorfragrantdeer-resistantevergreen
TypePerennial
HardinessUSDA Zones 5–9
SunFull sun
WaterLow (after establishment)
Height18–24 in
Bloompurple · summer

Where to buy

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