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Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead'

English Lavender

£4.99
£4.99
Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' is a hardy, dwarf lavender variety with highly aromatic foliage and soft purple-blue flowers, making it perfect for borders, containers, and hedging.
  • Soft purple flowers with a sweet fragrance
  • Excellent for drying and culinary use
  • Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinators
Size

    • Aspect

      Full sun

    • Hardiness

      Hardy

    • Flowers

      July, August

    • Soil type

      Well-drained, Chalky, Loamy, Sandy

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    • Why we like this plant

      Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' is a perfect choice for gardeners looking for a compact, early-flowering lavender that offers stunning colour, fragrance, and wildlife benefits. Its versatility makes it suitable for formal and informal plantings alike.

    • About this plant

      Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' is one of the best-loved English lavenders, known for its compact size and profuse flowering. Its fragrant, violet-blue flower spikes appear from early to mid-summer, attracting bees and butterflies, while its silvery-green evergreen foliage provides year-round interest. Highly drought-tolerant once established, 'Munstead' is ideal for edging pathways, growing in rock gardens, or creating low, informal hedging. Its flowers are excellent for drying, potpourri, and culinary use.

    • Key features

      • Soft violet-blue flower spikes with a strong fragrance
      • Early-flowering from early to mid-summer
      • Compact and bushy, ideal for small spaces and containers
      • Aromatic silvery-green foliage
      • Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

    • Height and
      spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Compact, bushy, clump-forming

    • Moisture

      Drought tolerant; prefers dry to moderately moist conditions

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Borders, hedging, rock gardens, containers, cottage gardens

    Planting guide

    • Plant in full sun for the best flowering and fragrance
    • Space plants 30-40cm apart for good air circulation
    • Plant in spring or autumn for strong establishment
    • Add grit or sand to heavy soils to improve drainage

    Care tips

    • Plant in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
    • Water sparingly once established; lavender prefers dry conditions
    • Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth
    • Avoid heavy feeding; a light mulch of compost in spring is sufficient
    • Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues

    Winter care

    • Fully hardy but benefits from a light mulch in colder regions
    • Ensure soil is well-drained to prevent root rot over winter
    • Avoid heavy pruning in autumn to protect against frost damage