Lavandula angustifolia Hidcote is a classic English lavender known for its deep violet purple flower spikes and compact, tidy habit. The scented grey green foliage provides year round structure, while the summer flowers attract bees and bring a soft, calming feel to borders. Hidcote is ideal for sunny spots, Mediterranean style planting, cottage gardens and edging pathways where its fragrance can be enjoyed. It forms a neat, bushy plant that returns reliably each year when grown in the right conditions.
Sunlight position:
Full sun
Eventual height and spread:
Height 50 cm, Spread 60 cm
Soil type:
Well drained or free draining soil
This plant is supplied as a young perennial plug around 3 to 5 cm in size. These smaller plants grow on quickly once planted and usually take around eight to twelve weeks to reach the size of a typical 9 cm growers pot. When your young plant arrives, unpack it straight away, water gently, and place it in a bright, sheltered spot for a short time while it settles. Plant out or pot on as soon as possible, keeping the soil lightly moist while the roots establish, then allow the plant to grow on in well drained conditions. Once settled, it will grow into a healthy, long lasting perennial for your garden.
