Lavandula pedunculata · Lamiaceae

French Lavender

✅ Pet-friendlyPerennial life cycle, with annual flowering.30 to 60 cm

LightFull sun, tolerates partial shade

WaterLow, allows drying between waterings

DifficultyEasy

ColdResistant to temperatures down to -10°C.

Full sun, tolerates partial shadeLow, allows drying between wateringsEasyResistant to temperatures down to -10°C.

Description & origin

French Lavender is a fragrant aromatic plant, popular for its beauty and scent. It is often used in gardens and floral arrangements.

Size

Shrubby plant that can reach up to 60 cm in height.

Foliage

Narrow, aromatic leaves that are green-silver in color.

Flowering

Blooms in summer, producing spikes of purple flowers.

Light

Prefers full sunlight for most of the day.

Soil

Well-drained soil, preferably sandy or limestone.

Watering

Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry between waterings.

Temperature

Resistant to high temperatures, but should be protected from severe frosts.

Fertilising

Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring.

Repotting

Transplant in spring when the plant is actively growing.

Pruning

Light pruning after flowering to maintain the plant's shape.

Propagation

Can be propagated by cuttings or seeds.

Root rot

Caused by overwatering and poorly drained soil.

Insect pests

Can be affected by aphids and mites.

Fungal diseases

Sensitive to fungi in excessively humid conditions.

In the garden

Other uses

Used in aromatherapy and essential oil production.

Did you know…

The flowers of French Lavender attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. It is also used in essential oil production.