Lavandula angustifolia 'Felice'®, also known as the common lavender Felice. This is supplied in a zinc pot.
A number of characteristics and care tips for this lavender are;
Flowers: The flowers are purple-blue and grow in dense, spiky clusters.
Blooming time is from late spring to summer (June to August).
The flowers have a pleasant scent that is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Leaves:
Leaf: The leaves are narrow, lance-shaped, and gray-green in color.
They have an aromatic scent when crushed.
Growth habit: Lavandula angustifolia 'Felice' is an evergreen, bushy plant.
The plant can reach a height of about 40-50 cm and a width of 30-40 cm.
It has a compact and bushy growth habit.
Location: Prefers a sunny location.
Grows well in well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil.
Can tolerate drought well and is suitable for use in rock gardens, borders, and as a hedge plant.
Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to promote a deep root system.
After the first year, the plant is fairly drought-tolerant.
Fertilizing: Fertilize lightly in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning: Prune the plant annually after flowering to maintain a compact shape and to stimulate new growth. Prune just above the new growth buds, but do not prune into the old wood.
Use: Suitable for use in borders, rock gardens, along paths, and as a low hedge.
Also ideal for pots and containers on terraces and balconies.
Dried flowers: The flowers can be dried for use in sachets, potpourri, and as cut flowers.
Benefits:
Aromatic scent: The flowers and leaves have a pleasant fragrance.
Attractive to pollinators: The plant attracts bees and butterflies.
Low maintenance: Drought-tolerant and not very susceptible to diseases and pests.
With the right care, the common lavender 'Felice' can be a beautiful, fragrant, and low-maintenance addition to any garden.
