Lavandula dentata candicans
Candicans French Lavender
Description
This evergreen shrub will grow 3'-4' tall and 4'-6' wide. It has large, gray leaves with purple flowers that bloom spring through summer.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Herb
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Lavender
Flower Season
Summer, Fall, Constant
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Fire Resistant, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.