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Lavandula angustifolia 'Grosso (English Lavender)'
Lavender Grosso (English Lavender)
Plump, violet-blue flower spikes fill the air with their sweet fragrance. 'Grosso' is a cross betweenLavandula angustifoliaandLavandula latifoliaand is a larger plant overall than these species. Its long flower stems make this variety especially good for use in bouquets.
- Tall French hybrid lavender often grown for bundles and oil
- Strong fragrance with long elegant flower stems
- More heat-loving than English types
- Excellent dried, in sachets, and fragrant crafts
- Category: Herbs
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Height: 24-36 in
- Spread: 24-36 in
- Spacing: 24 in
- Temperature: 25 to 90°F
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Pollinators |
Soil Moisture
| • | Dry Soil |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut and let regrow |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Perennial |
| • | Slow Growing |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Lavandula angustifolia 'Grosso (English Lavender)'
Lavender needs full sun, lean soil, and excellent drainage. Avoid heavy feeding and soggy ground, especially in winter. Shear lightly after flowering and prune only into green growth to keep plants compact and long-lived.