Lavandula angustifolia 'Chelsea Pink'

Common name(s): English lavender

Description: evergreen shrub; an introduction by Jim and Dotti Becker of Goodwin Creek Gardens in Williams, OR. Small, compact growth with gray-green foliage and sweetly fragrant, pink flower spikes on short stems. This is one of the darkest pink cultivars that we offer. An excellent culinary choice.

Height: to 15 in. Spread: to 18 in.

Stem length: 6-8 in.  

Corolla: pink

Calyx: violet with sage green at the bottom, very woolly

Bloom season: early summer

Best Uses: culinary, landscaping, rock gardens, bouquets, crafts

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3 months of summer drought