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LAVANDULA angustifolia 'Melissa Lilac'

Commonly known as Common lavender

Stunning large lilac flowers and robust silvery-green foliage
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Available again from APRIL 2020 - When fresh stock arrives
Small individually £7.00 each, 10+ £6.50 each

Delivery Information Available again from APRIL 2020
plant size comparison icon 1 to 1.5 Litre
Available again from SEPTEMBER 2020 - This plant will be delivered when new stock arrives in early autumn
individually £9.00 each, 10+ £8.00 each

Delivery Information Available again from SEPTEMBER 2020
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
  • 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
  • Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept - slightly back from the sea with more shelter
  • 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
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Lavandula - Care Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
60cm (24in)
 Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Watering Can
  70cm (28in)
  

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