Lavandula Stoechas pendunculata 25 seeds. French Lavender.

FRENCH LEMON LAVENDER

Lavandula stoechas subsp. pedunculata (also called French lavender 'Papillon')

Borderline hardy evergreen perennial

Scented leaves and flowers

Early flowering from mid May

Best in sheltered spots with well drained soil

In colder climates can be planted in tubs and covered in winter

Great for bees and butterflies.

Flowers throughout summer

Height bushy up to 1m.

Small scented violet flowers on long stalked dense ovoid heads.

Hardiness

Half/borderline hardy. Shelter from cold winds.

Maintenance

Cut back after flowering, avoiding cutting into old wood, as it does not readily regrow from old wood.

Container plants need regular watering in summer and those planted in the ground should be watered until established.