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Vera Old Fashion English Lavender

Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera'

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Overview

Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Vera') is a cherished perennial known for its fragrant, deep purple blossoms and silvery-green foliage. This hardy plant reaches up to 2 to 3 feet in height and spread, making it ideal for borders or as a fragrant ground cover. Blooms in summer, attracting pollinators. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Zones 5-9. Adds traditional charm and sensory delight to any garden.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 5–10Climate Mediterranean
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Adds traditional charm and sensory delight to any gardenVera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — This hardy plant reaches up to 2 to 3 feet in height and spreadVera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — making it ideal for borders or as a fragrant ground coverVera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Blooms in summer, attracting pollinatorsVera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — deep purple blossoms and silvery-green foliageVera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — commonly known as Vera Old Fashion English Lavender+64

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Adds traditional charm and sensory delight to any garden
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — This hardy plant reaches up to 2 to 3 feet in height and spread
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — making it ideal for borders or as a fragrant ground cover
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Blooms in summer, attracting pollinators
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — deep purple blossoms and silvery-green foliage
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — commonly known as Vera Old Fashion English Lavender
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — making it a perfect mid-sized plant for borders
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — This traditional English Lavender can reach a mature height of 2 to 3 feet and a spread of
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — is a prized herbaceous perennial celebrated for its sweetly fragrant flowers and elegant
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — slender spikes of violet-blue flowers in the summer
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — which are considered to be of superior quality
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — and garden beds.<br><br>The Vera variety is particularly valued for its essential oils
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — needing at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day to achieve optimal flowering
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — It demands well-drained soil
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — rising gracefully above narrow
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — preferably with a pH between 6.7 and 7.3
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — to avoid the root rot that can occur in poorly drained areas.<br><br>In addition to its
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — 'Vera' attracts pollinators
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — Its drought-tolerant nature also makes it a suitable choice for xeriscaping or water-wise
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — such as bees and butterflies
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — enhancing the ecological value of the landscape
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — annual pruning is advisable
Vera Old Fashion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Vera') — When integrating this lavender into a design

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