Hidcote English Lavender

Hidcote lavender grows as a compact, drought-tolerant, bushy shrub. Being one of the cold-hardiest English lavenders available, it is able to survive Colorado Springs winters. This plant grows best in a very sunny, hot location. 

In July, spikes of fragrant, deep purple flowers grace slender flower stalks and attract bees. When crushed, the grey-green, short, narrow leaves emit a lovely scent as well. Its flowers are arranged more tightly on the stem than 'Munstead.' 

 

Hidcote English Lavender

Hidcote lavender grows as a compact, drought-tolerant, bushy shrub. Being one of the cold-hardiest English lavenders available, it is able to survive Colorado Springs winters. This plant grows best in a very sunny, hot location. 

In July, spikes of fragrant, deep purple flowers grace slender flower stalks and attract bees. When crushed, the grey-green, short, narrow leaves emit a lovely scent as well. Its flowers are arranged more tightly on the stem than 'Munstead.' 

 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'

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Pronunciation

lav-AN-dew-lah an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-uh

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Mature Height

8 to 12 in.

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Mature Spread

8 to 12 in.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

blue

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Bloom time

June to July

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

species native to western Mediterranean

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 5-8

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,500 ft.

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