Lavandula Lilac Wings
Botanical name
Lavandula stoechas ‘Lilac Wings’
Other names
French lavender ‘Lilac Wings’
Genus
Lavandula
Variety or Cultivar
‘Lilac Wings’ _ ‘Lilac Wings’ is a compact, upright, evergreen shrub with narrow, grey-green leaves. From late spring to summer it has lilac, butterfly-like flowers that look like wings.
Foliage
Evergreen
Fragrance
The flowers are highly scented. Good for drying.
Habit
Bushy, Clump-forming
Flower
Lilac in Spring; Lilac in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
HOW TO CARE
Watch out for
Specific pests
Leafhoppers
Specific diseases
Grey mould
General care
Propagation methods
Semi-hardwood cuttings
Lavandula stoechas ‘Lilac Wings’ (French lavender ‘Lilac Wings’) will reach a height of 0.4m and a spread of 0.4m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Banks and Slopes, City, Coastal, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Flavouring food and drinks, Flower Arranging, Beds and borders, Garden edging, Gravel, Mediterranean, Containers, Rock, Wildlife
Cultivation
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Does best in a sheltered position.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, West
Exposure
Sheltered
