Lavandula angustifolia Munstead is a compact English lavender with soft violet blue flowers and aromatic grey green foliage. It brings a classic cottage garden feel to borders and is well suited to sunny, free draining spots. The summer flower spikes attract bees and other pollinators, while the neat, bushy habit makes it ideal for edging paths, planting in gravel gardens or adding fragrance to seating areas. Munstead is a dependable variety that provides year round structure and a gentle scent when brushed past.
Sunlight position:
Full sun
Eventual height and spread:
Height 45 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.
