Lavandula 'Helmsdale (Pbr)' (French Lavender)

£8.99

Position: full sun
Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: May to July
Flower colour: burgundy purple
Other features: the aromatic flowers and leaves can be used for making pot-pourri
Hardiness: fully hardy (borderline)
Compact bushy shrub with aromatic grey-green leaves and broad spikes of fragrant burgundy purple flowers topped by purple bracts. This gorgeous French lavender makes a neat, compact edging for a sunny path or border. In frost-prone areas, grow in a container and over-winter in a cool greenhouse or conservatory. Garden care: Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.

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