English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' Lamiaceae

Growth habit

Dwarf Shrub

Perennation

Perennial

Biocultural value

Its essential oil scents perfumes, cosmetics and soaps and flavors candy, desserts and drinks.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Sawyer Nursery, Garden Place, International Grower's Exchange, Bluestone Perennials, Cornell Botanic Gardens

Description

Deepest purple flowers of all the English lavender clones. Compact, dwarf growth habit, reaching 18" in height and width.

USDA Hardiness Zone

6

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, fragrance