Species lavandin Guide
velvety, purple flowers spike along tall, upright, slender, green stems

lavandin

Lavandula intermedia (Dutch Group)

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Lavender blue Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Lavandin is a drought-tolerant plant and will benefit from regular watering to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Water deeply and regularly during the growing season for optimal growth and aroma. Water the lavandin once or twice a week, providing about 1 inch of water per week during warmer months and twice a month during cooler months when the weather is very dry. Adjust water as needed as the weather changes; for example, the amount of water provided in summer should be increased in very hot and dry weather.

sunlight

Lavandin (Lavandula intermedia (Dutch Group)) is an ideal plant to grow in full sun. Generally, this species needs at least 6-8 hours of sunlight every day to thrive. They will do best in areas with plenty of sunshine throughout the entire year. During the peak summer months, it may be beneficial to provide the plant with some light shade during periods of intense heat. Lavandin is a drought-tolerant plant, but regular watering will ensure better blooming and growth.

pruning

Lavandin (Lavandula intermedia (Dutch Group)) is a hardy and easy to manage fast growing shrub that should be pruned twice a year for best flowering results. Pruning should be done by cutting back the plant to between 1-half and 2-third of its original height after flowering is complete. This should occur in the late spring for the first pruning, and then again in mid-summer for the second pruning. Additionally, trim any second shoots from the stems, and lightly prune the edges of the shrub to promote an orderly look.