SPECIAL QUALITIES

Italian Lavender is a small easy to grow lavender with masses of small purple flowers.

FLOWERS

Deep purple flowers with frilly little wings appear throughout spring and autumn, and in late winter in sunnier regions.

POSITION & USES

An open, sunny position in a well drained soil is preferred. Italian Lavender can be used in many ways: as a hedge, in a group among shrubs and perennials such as Penstemon, Heuchera, Papaver, Geum or as a fragrant border alongside drives and paths.

CULTIVATION

Trim twice a year after flowers die off. Remove spent flowers to stop self seeding.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed and an annual feed with lime will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING

• Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
• Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
• Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes