Fat Bud French Lavender
Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso'
Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | la-VAN-dew-la in-ter-MEE-dee-uh |
|---|---|
| Lore | The lavenders have been grown in Europe for centuries dating back to the Romans. It is from the Latin verb lavo that the genus was named, for this plant was commonly used in the famous Roman baths. It has remained in soaps and cosmetics ever since. This French lavender is not native to France but to drier Spain, Greece and North Africa. But due to its widespread cultivation in the region of Provance, it has become decidedly French. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 3 to 3½ ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Gift Plant, Tolerates Alkaline Soil, Waterwise |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
Thrives in lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline soil; avoid heavy, soggy soils. Plant with crowns slightly above soil level, with minimum spacing of 3 ft. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates periodic drought. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant