Lavandula X intermedia 'Silver Edge'

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Silver Edge Lavender

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Information by: Native Sons Nursery Photographer:

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:

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.