Lavender stoechas is a very showy and distinctive form of lavender with a powerful fragrance.
Fat, blackish-purple heads are crowned by erect, feather-like purple bracts. The flowers stand to attention above bushy mounds of silvery-green, strongly aromatic foliage - perfect for planting close to your favourite seating area. Regularly snip off the faded flower heads and you’ll be rewarded with a flowering season that stretches from May into October. Lavender stoechas is slightly less hardy than the more common English lavender, but it has a longer blooming season, the flowers are showier and the camphor-scent of its foliage is especially pungent, making it the favourite lavender for potpourri and essential oils. Lavender stoechas thrives in a sheltered, sunny spot and is perfect for patio container displays or as an edging plant in free-draining gravel gardens. The strong perfume is an irresistible lure for pollinating insects and it makes a great choice for butterfly gardens. Height and spread: 60cm (24in).
Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.
Growing Information
Grow French lavender plants on free draining soil in full sun. Lavenders dislike wet ground, particularly during winter. Improve heavy soil conditions by adding coarse grit or sharp sand prior to planting.When growing French lavender in large patio containers, use a well drained soil based compost such as John Innes No. 3. After planting, prune lavender plants to encourage bushy growth.
