Lavandula X intermedia 'Silver Edge'
Silver Edge Lavender
Description
Compact habit to 2.5 feet, with both light and dark blue flower characteristics. Smaller variety with white "siiver" edges. Hardy to 15F. Remove stems that revert to green foliage. A hybrid cross between L. angustifolia & L. latifolia.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Herb
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender, Violet
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Silver, Variegated
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Make sure ponds and water features aren't leaking, splash out is minimized, and water for streams and waterfalls is recirculated.
Keeping water surface areas small and partially shaded will also reduce evaporation.