Fernleaf Lavender

Lavandula Multifida

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Overview

Fernleaf Lavender, or Lavandula multifida, is an aromatic perennial known for its dissected, fern-like foliage and vibrant blue-violet flowers. This Mediterranean native thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, reaching up to 24 inches tall and wide. Its unique texture and year-round interest make it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and sensory gardens. Hardy in USDA Zones 8-11, it requires minimal water once established.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 5–9

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — This Mediterranean native thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, reaching up to 24 inches tall and wide

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — Fernleaf Lavender offers both beauty and practicality

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — serving as an eye-catching specimen

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — To maintain its tidy form and encourage vigorous flowering

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — periodic pruning is recommended after the blooms fade

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — blue and violet flowers in the garden

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — herb / perennial / shrub with blue and violet blooms

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — herb / perennial / shrub for full

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — is an aromatic perennial known for its dissected; its unique texture and year-round interest make it an excellent

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — fern-like foliage and vibrant blue-violet flowers; its aromatic leaves exude a strong fragrance when brushed against

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — This Mediterranean native thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, reaching up to 24 inches tall and wide; thus

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — Its unique texture and year-round interest make it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and sensory gardens; serving

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — Hardy in USDA Zones 8-11, it requires minimal water once established; is an aromatic perennial known for its dissected

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — scientifically known as Lavandula multifida; which immediately adds a textural contrast to any garden design

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — is a distinctive variety within the Lavandula genus prized for its dissected and lacy; beyond its aesthetic

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — which immediately adds a textural contrast to any garden design; and prefers a spacing of 18 to 24 inches to ensure

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — This Mediterranean native is a perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11; blue and violet flowers in the garden

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