A compact English lavender prized for its deep violet-purple flowers and dark buds on tidy grey bushes. Award-winning, cold-hardy and ideal for low formal hedging.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 50 cm H × 60 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Hidcote English Lavender
Botanically, Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' is a moderate-growing shrub in the Lamiaceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall and 60 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, silver-grey and aromatic foliage. Purple flowers appear in spring and summer.
Where to grow Hidcote English Lavender
Hidcote English Lavender suits Mediterranean, cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Hidcote English Lavender does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Hidcote English Lavender handles dry conditions well once established. A light spring feed is usually enough to maintain steady growth. For the first year, favour occasional deep watering over frequent shallow drinks so roots move into the surrounding soil.
Pruning & care
Prune Hidcote English Lavender after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Expect a low maintenance care workload once it is established.
Using Hidcote English Lavender in the garden
Hidcote English Lavender earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, its fragrance, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For easier irrigation and care, group Hidcote English Lavender with species that also favour very drought tolerant and Mediterranean climate. Leave enough room for the mature spread so neighbouring plants are not crowded out.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Hidcote English Lavender
Plant Sale lists Hidcote English Lavender as potted plants. Catalogue forms are planning guidance until the Plant Sale team confirms live availability.
