Lavandula × intermedia 'Super'

Common name(s): lavandin

Description: evergreen shrub; A French field cultivar that gained popularity in the 1950s and 60s as 'Abriallii' began to fall out of favor. It is noted that the scent of 'Super' is closer to L. angustifolia than typical L. × intermedia hybrids and it was reputed to have the best perfume of all the lavandins in the early 90s. It has mainly been used for soap fragrances and aromatherapy as a cheaper alternative to L. angustifolia oil. Robust, upswept growth and pleasantly fragrant violet-blue flower spikes on long stems. 

Height: to 3 ft. Spread: to 4 ft.

Stem length: 16-20 in.  

Corolla: bright violet-blue

Calyx: soft dark violet with green near the base

Bloom season: mid summer

Best Uses: essential oil, bouquets, crafts, landscaping

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought