Lavandula X intermedia 'Silver Edge'
Silver Edge Lavender
Description
Compact habit to 2.5 feet, with both light and dark blue flower characteristics. Smaller variety with white "siiver" edges. Hardy to 15F. Remove stems that revert to green foliage. A hybrid cross between L. angustifolia & L. latifolia. This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Herb
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender, Violet
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Silver, Variegated
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.