Lavandula Stoechas "French Lavender" 15cm Pot

Lavandula stoechas

Botanical Name

Lavandula stoechas

Common Names

• Spanish Lavender
• French Lavender
• Butterfly Lavender

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Product Description

Lavandula stoechas is a hardy, aromatic evergreen shrub renowned for its distinctive tufted, pineapple-shaped purple flowers and silvery-green foliage. This drought-tolerant, low-maintenance plant is perfect for borders, rockeries, Mediterranean-style gardens, and container planting. It attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it ideal for wildlife-friendly gardens in South Africa.

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Size When Fully Grown

• Height: ± 50–90 cm
• Spread: ± 50–80 cm
• Growth habit: Compact, bushy, upright

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Best Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun
  • Ensures optimum flowering and foliage colour.
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
  • Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged soil.
• Watering: Low to moderate
  • Drought-tolerant once established; water sparingly.
• Climate:
  • Suited to most South African climates
  • Thrives in coastal and inland areas; tolerates mild frost
• Maintenance: Low
  • Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth

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Best Planting Season & Growth Cycle (South Africa)

• Best Time to Plant: Spring or early autumn
• Active Growing Season: Spring through summer
• Flowering Season: Late spring to early summer (may flower intermittently)
• Seasonal Notes:
  • Evergreen in mild climates
  • Aromatic foliage and flowers enhance gardens year-round
  • Highly suited to water-wise and Mediterranean-style landscaping