LAVANDULA angustifolia 'Melissa Lilac'

Evergreen - grey-green, linear leaves to 5cm (2in) long.

Purple - Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet - lilac flowers

Height - 60cm (24in)

Spread - 70cm (28in)

Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - compact, bushy shrub darker in bud giving a two-tone effect

Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Full sun

Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - insects

Pests & Diseases - froghoppers, grey mould, honey fungus.

Place of origin - garden origin.

Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Flower Shape - Spikes - dense spikes to 8cm (3in) long

Hardiness - Fully hardy

Scented Plants - Scented flowers

Scented foliage

Seasonal Interest - Summer

Soil Conditions - Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil

Wildlife - Bee friendly

Butterfly friendly