Spanish Lavender, Italain Lavender (Lavandula stoechas)

Spanish Lavender, Italain Lavender
Scientific Name: Lavandula stoechas L.
Family: Lamiaceae

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'Otto Quast' Spanish Lavender Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 4-24,30,31
USDA: 7-9

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 5°F ( -15°C)
Heat Tolerance: good
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Mediterranean basin
Growth Habits: Evergreen bush slowly growing to 28 inches tall, 28 inches wide (70 by 70 cm)
Watering Needs: Little water when established
Propagation: Seeds, stem cuttings in summer of half ripened shoots with heels.

The Spanish Lavender has narrow gray leaves, 1 inch long. It is easy to grow in any well-drained loam or sandy soil. Space the plants 2-3 feet apart. The bushes can be used as low hedges, or for edging flower beds or herb beds.

Spanish Lavender, Italain Lavender (Lavandula stoechas)

Blooming Habits:
Purple, strongly scented flowers, April to July

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