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Lavandula latifolia
Spike Lavender
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Susan Frommer
Description
Spike Lavender is an evergreen shrub 3'-4' high and wide with aromatic gray foliage a bit wider than Lavandula angustifolia. Lavender flowers are on branched stalks. It is drought tolerant, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. -Cornflower Farms
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.