Lavandula angustifolia

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English Lavender

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

A well-developed woody base is apparent with this evergreen subshrub. Its leaves assume an obtuse form, and have a grey-green color above and a white tomentose shade below. It is fragarant and needs little water, full sun, and well drained soils.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Herb

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Lavender

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, White

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.