Spanish Lavender

Lavandula Stoechas

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Overview

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula stoechas), notable for its vibrant purple plumes topped with showy, rabbit-ear bracts, is a perennial reaching 18-24 inches in height and width. Preferring full sun and well-drained soil, this drought-tolerant species offers fragrant foliage and flowers from late spring to early summer. Ideal for xeriscaping, it attracts pollinators while being deer-resistant. Space 12-18 inches apart in USDA zones 8-10 for a fragrant, low-maintenance display.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Climate Mediterranean

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — is a perennial reaching 18-24 inches in height and width

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — is a perennial reaching 18-24 inches in height and width

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — notable for its vibrant purple plumes topped with showy

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Space 12-18 inches apart in USDA zones 8-10 for a fragrant, low-maintenance display

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — scientifically known as Lavandula stoechas

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — this drought-tolerant species offers fragrant foliage and flowers from late spring to early summer

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it attracts pollinators while being deer-resistant

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Spanish Lavender (Lavandula stoechas)

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — is a perennial reaching 18-24 inches in height and width

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — notable for its vibrant purple plumes topped with showy

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Space 12-18 inches apart in USDA zones 8-10 for a fragrant, low-maintenance display

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — scientifically known as Lavandula stoechas

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — this drought-tolerant species offers fragrant foliage and flowers from late spring to early summer

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it attracts pollinators while being deer-resistant

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Preferring full sun and well-drained soil

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — offers a captivating element to any landscape design with its unique flower structure and aromatic leaves

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Grown widely for its ornamental and aromatic qualities

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — The plant showcases distinct

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Spanish Lavender thrives in full sun exposure and prefers well-draining soil conditions

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — plump flower spikes topped with bracts resembling purple butterfly wings

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — deterring deer and acting as a natural pest repellent

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — making it an excellent choice for water-efficient gardens

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — It is highly tolerant of drought conditions once established

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — thus contributing to a low-maintenance landscape

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — enhancing the biodiversity of the garden.<br><br>For clients

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — it attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — Spanish Lavender offers not just visual appeal with its vibrant flowers and silver-green foliage

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — or as a fragrant ground cover

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — but also a sensory experience

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — The plant's bold color and texture along with its pleasing scent make it an ideal selection for borders

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) — purple flowers in the garden

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