Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’

English Lavender 'Hidcote'

Deep violet-purple flower spikes and compact aromatic grey foliage make Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ one of the best lavenders for low hedges and edging. It is hardy and dependable when grown in full sun with sharply drained soil and regular light trimming.

1.0 L €5,95
2.0 L €10,95

SKU: LAVA-42-Y

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Flowering Months

Jan J

Feb F

Mar M

Apr A

May M

Jun J

Jul J

Aug A

Sep S

Oct O

Nov N

Dec D

Size

Max Height

0.1 m — 0.5 m

Max Spread

0.5 m — 1.0 m

Growth Habit

Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.

Planting Position

Sunlight

Full Sun

Aspect

South East West

Exposure

Sheltered

Hardiness

(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy

Ideal Soil Conditions

Soil Type

Chalk Clay Loam Sand

Soil Moisture

Free draining

Soil pH

Acid Alkaline Neutral

Plant Uses & Merits

Uses

Coastal Areas
Containers
Patios / Courtyards
Rockeries
Banks / Slopes
Flower Borders
Edging

Merits

Drought Resistant
Fragrant
RHS | Award Of Garden Merit
Loved By Pollinators

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ Description

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ is a classic compact English lavender with narrow silver-grey leaves and richly coloured dark violet-purple flowers on short upright stems in summer. Plants generally form dense rounded mounds around 40 to 60cm high and wide, making them particularly useful for path edging, low hedging, gravel gardens and containers. The fragrant flowers are highly attractive to bees and can be cut for drying. Grow in full sun in neutral to alkaline soil with excellent drainage. It is hardy in Ireland, but heavy saturated winter ground can shorten its life. Trim after flowering to remove the spent stems and lightly shape the foliage. Avoid hard pruning into old leafless wood, which may not reshoot.

Planting Guide for Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’

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Care guide for Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’

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Uses for Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ & Garden Styles it suits

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