Lavandula angustifolia VIOLET INTRIGUE 'Lavang21'

Common name(s): English lavender

Description: evergreen shrub; raised by Virginia McNaughton and Dennis Matthews of New Zealand in 1995 and introduced in 2002. Vase-shaped growth and fragrant, dark purple flower spikes on mid-length stems. Very impressive when planted en masse or hedges. Popular as an oil plant in New Zealand where it is very decorated with essential oil awards.

Height: to 30 in. Spread: to 3 ft.

Stem length: 10-12 in.  

Corolla: vibrant violet

Calyx: dark purple

Bloom season: early summer

Best Uses: landscaping, culinary, bouquets, crafts

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3 months of summer drought