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LAVANDULA x intermedia 'Provence'
Commonly known as Dutch lavender
Light mauve-purple flowers and grey-green leaves
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EvergreenGrey-green, narrowly oblong leaves 4-6cm (1½-2½in) long
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.
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Height90cm (36in) -
Spread90cm (36in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightRounded, bushy shrub
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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
LAVANDULA x intermedia 'Provence'
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Additional Features
Good to knowL. angustifolia x L. latifolia. Wildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesFroghoppers, grey mould
Place of originGarden origin. CanadaResistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeSpikesTubular
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSuitable for open site, slightly back from the seaPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Oblong
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Pruning group
Pruning group 7Suitable 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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Scented PlantsScented flowersScented foliage
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendly
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Lavandula - Care Guide
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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3 options from £3.00
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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
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