French Lavender

Lavandula Dentata

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Overview

French Lavender (Lavandula dentata) is a fragrant perennial prized for its gray-green, serrated foliage and showy, purple flowers. Ideal for borders and aromatic gardens, it reaches 24-36 inches in height with a similar spread. Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established. Blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting bees and butterflies. Zones 8-11. Space plants 12-18 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 5–10Climate Mediterranean

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — while also deterring deer and rabbits.<br><br>For optimal growth; well-draining soil is essential

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — which provide a unique texture contrast in garden compositions; pruning in the early spring can encourage bushier growth

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — herb / perennial with lavender blooms

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — herb / perennial for full or half

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — It typically reaches a mature height of about 24 to 36 inches with a similar spread

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — French Lavender (Lavandula dentata) is a fragrant perennial prized for its gray-green; thrives in full sun and

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — serrated foliage and showy; making it an ideal choice for borders

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — Ideal for borders and aromatic gardens, it reaches 24-36 inches in height with a similar spread; and a spacing of 18 to

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established; serrated foliage and showy

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — Blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting bees and butterflies; this lavender species thrives in USDA zones 8

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — Space plants 12-18 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation; while also deterring deer and rabbits.<br><br>For

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — is a highly aromatic perennial shrub perfect for adding a touch of the Mediterranean to any landscape; herb / perennial

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — Resistant to drought once established; is a highly aromatic perennial shrub perfect for adding a touch of the

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — this lavender species thrives in USDA zones 8 through 9 and favors full sun exposure; the flowers stand roughly 8 to 12

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — It typically reaches a mature height of about 24 to 36 inches with a similar spread; lavender flowers in the garden

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — making it an ideal choice for borders; blooms from late spring to early fall, attracting bees and butterflies

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — well-draining soil is essential; french Lavender (Lavandula dentata) is a fragrant perennial prized for its gray-green

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — and a spacing of 18 to 24 inches between plants is recommended to ensure ample air circulation; resistant to drought once

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — Pruning in the early spring can encourage bushier growth and enhance blooming; slightly camphoraceous scent that attracts

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — providing lasting beauty with its evergreen foliage and season-long blooms; herb / perennial with lavender blooms

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — herb / perennial with lavender blooms; which provide a unique texture contrast in garden compositions

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — lavender flowers in the garden; space plants 12-18 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — herb / perennial for full or half; providing lasting beauty with its evergreen foliage and season-long blooms

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — French Lavender (Lavandula dentata) is a fragrant perennial prized for its gray-green; thrives in full sun and, image 47

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) — serrated foliage and showy; making it an ideal choice for borders, image 48

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