LAVANDULA angustifolia 'Melissa Lilac'
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LAVANDULA angustifolia 'Melissa Lilac'
Commonly known as Common lavender
Stunning large lilac flowers and robust silvery-green foliage
individually £11.50 each , 10+ £10.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Froghoppers, grey mould -
Place of origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenGrey-green leaves to 5cm (2in) long.
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetLilac flowers -
SpikesDense spikes to 8cm (3in) long
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Tubular
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Coastal / windsweptSuitable for open site, slightly back from the sea
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Linear
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Height
60cm (24in) -
Spread
70cm (28in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically 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
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Pruning group 7
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Scented foliage
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Full sun
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size60cm (24in)
70cm (28in)
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Lavandula - Care Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
