Spike Lavender


Scientific Name: Lavandula latifolia Medik.
Family: Lamiaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 4-24
USDA: 8-10

Frost Tolerance: Frost tender

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, up to 24 inches tall (60 cm), similar looking to English lavender, but wider leaves

Watering Needs: Moderate water to little water, well drained soil

The species epithet 'latifolia' comes from the Latin for 'wide leaves'.

Blooming Habits:
The Spike Lavender has lavender colored flowers, with a strong camphor content on heavily branched stems.


 

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