A vigorous toothed-leaf French lavender flowering for most of the year in mild climates, topped with showy purple bracts. Tough, coastal-tolerant and quick to establish.
At a glance
- Plant type: Shrub
- Mature size: 90 cm H × 90 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Avonview French Lavender
Botanically, Lavandula dentata 'Avonview' is a fast-growing shrub in the Lamiaceae family. It reaches around 90 cm tall and 90 cm wide at maturity, with evergreen, silver-grey and aromatic foliage. Purple flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Avonview French Lavender
Avonview French Lavender suits Mediterranean, warm-temperate and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and tolerates salt-laden coastal winds.
Soil & planting
Avonview French 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
Avonview French Lavender handles dry conditions well once established. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Prune Avonview French Lavender after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Avonview French Lavender in the garden
Avonview French Lavender earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, its fragrance, a feature or specimen planting and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Combine Avonview French Lavender with plants that share its preference for very drought tolerant and Mediterranean climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Avonview French Lavender
Plant Sale lists Avonview French Lavender as potted plants. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
