Botanical Name: Lavandula stoechas
Common Names: French Lavender, Spanish Lavender, Butterfly Lavender, Stoechas Lavender
Lavandula stoechas, commonly known as French Lavender, is a hardy, aromatic perennial shrub prized for its vivid purple, pineapple-shaped flower heads topped with decorative “rabbit-ear” bracts. Its fragrant foliage and flowers make it a favourite for gardens, borders, and container planting.
This compact lavender variety is particularly well-suited to South African climates, tolerating heat, drought, and coastal conditions. Its long flowering season and aromatic scent make it ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens, attracting bees and butterflies.
✔ Pollinator-friendly garden beds
✔ Coastal and water-wise landscapes
✔ Borders, edging, and rockeries
✔ Patio and container planting
✔ Aromatic herb and sensory gardens

