Lavandula ×chaytoriae 'Sawyers'

Common name(s): n/a

Description: evergreen shrub; low, compact growth with soft, silver foliage and sweetly pungent dark purple flower spikes

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

Stem length: 12-16 in.  

Corolla: violet

Calyx: deep dark blue

Bloom season: mid summer

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

Origin: introduced by Norfolk Lavender in 1991 and sometimes sold under the trade designation QUICK SILVER in Europe

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought