Provence French Lavender (Lavandula intermedia 'Provence') is an intensely fragrant lavender. Sometimes called Lavandin, it makes a wonderful cut flower with long stems and lavender-blue flower spikes. Drought-resistant perennial plant
Features:Ornamental herb with aromatic qualities. Used for cosmetics and perfumes. Flowers are borne in whorls. This fragrant plant has gray-green foliage with blue-violet blooms. Durable and drought-resistant.
Light:Plant in full sun.
Soil and water:Prefers well-drained but still moist. Water as needed.
Spacing:Space 45cm (18") apart.
Height:Grows 50-60cm (20-24") in height.
Growing tips:Avoid planting in soggy areas. Thrives in a hot humid climate. Benefits from organic materials such as compost. Avoid soils with high PH balance.
Garden use:Containers, herbs, and flower beds.
Culinary use:Produces honey. Flowers are typically candied as cake decorations. Used in baked goods, desserts, and French cuisine. Sometimes paired with sheep and goat-milk cheeses. Also used for aroma sachets and potpourri. Lavender gives off a beautiful scent.
The seeds arrived quickly but we did not receive part of our order. We are still waiting for the ones we received to grow so too early for full review.