Lavandula ×chaytoriae 'Lisa Marie'

Common name(s): n/a

Description: evergreen shrub; low, compact growth with soft, silver foliage and very fragrant dark purple flower spikes. 

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 3 ft.

Stem length: 10-12 in.  

Corolla: dark violet

Calyx: dark purple

Bloom season: mid summer

Best Uses: landscaping, rock gardens, bouquets, potpourri

Origin: a 1991 introduction by Kenneth R. Montgomery of California and named for his daughter. Thought to be a cross of L. lanata and L. angustifolia 'Martha Roderick'

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought