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Riverina Thomas Lavender
Lavandula intermedia 'Riverina Thomas'
Pronunciation: la-VAN-dew-la in-ter-MEE-dee-uh
SKU #07423
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Let soil go almost dry between waterings.
SIZE:
Fast growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | A new triploid lavender with large flowers that yield five times the aromatic oil of their parent types. Highly valued for commercial use, this midsummer repeat bloomer is a showy, strong garden performer ideal for a border or herb garden. The dried leaves and flowers make exquisite potpourri. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer; reblooms in fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Design Ideas | Gardeners may utilize dried flowers for potpourri. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline soil. Benefits from a gravel mulch. Plant with crowns slightly above soil level. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
Details
| Description | A new triploid lavender with large flowers that yield five times the aromatic oil of their parent types. Highly valued for commercial use, this midsummer repeat bloomer is a showy, strong garden performer ideal for a border or herb garden. The dried leaves and flowers make exquisite potpourri. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer; reblooms in fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Design Ideas | Gardeners may utilize dried flowers for potpourri. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline soil. Benefits from a gravel mulch. Plant with crowns slightly above soil level. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Riverina Thomas Lavender produce flowers?
Summer; reblooms in fall.
Is Riverina Thomas Lavender evergreen or deciduous?
Riverina Thomas Lavender is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Riverina Thomas Lavender?
Riverina Thomas Lavender is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Riverina Thomas Lavender resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Riverina Thomas Lavender grow?
Riverina Thomas Lavender has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Riverina Thomas Lavender in my landscape?
Riverina Thomas Lavender is suitable for: Border, Container.
How can I use Riverina Thomas Lavender in my garden design?
Gardeners may utilize dried flowers for potpourri.
What color are Riverina Thomas Lavender flowers?
Riverina Thomas Lavender produces Purple flowers.
What color is the foliage of Riverina Thomas Lavender?
Riverina Thomas Lavender has Gray-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Riverina Thomas Lavender?
Good companion plants for Riverina Thomas Lavender include: Coral Bells (Heuchera); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Riverina Thomas Lavender?
Thrives in lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline soil. Benefits from a gravel mulch. Plant with crowns slightly above soil level. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Remove spent flowers to promote continued bloom.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.