French Lavender 'Papillon' | Lavandula stoechas
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French Lavender 'Papillon'
Lavandula stoechas
- Bring the breathtaking scent and romance of the Mediterranean right to your patio with this incredibly striking, early-flowering French lavender.
- Lavandula stoechas 'Papillon' is instantly recognizable by its spectacular, dark purple flower heads topped with gorgeous, prominent, butterfly-like bracts.
- This lavandula boasts phenomenally aromatic, silver-grey foliage that releases an intoxicating fragrance every time you brush past it.
- It is an absolute necessity for hot, sunny spots and dry pots, thriving on neglect while demanding very little water once established.
- Prepare for a massive influx of wildlife; the nectar-rich 'butterfly' blooms are utterly irresistible to a huge variety of bees and beneficial insects.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, French Lavender 'Papillon' thrives in sunny pots with free-draining compost.
How big does it get?
French Lavender 'Papillon' typically reaches a mature height of 60 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
French Lavender 'Papillon' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
French Lavender 'Papillon' prefers well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
French Lavender 'Papillon' is drought-tolerant once established, needing water only when the top 5 centimetres of soil feel dry.
Will this plant need pruning?
French Lavender 'Papillon' | Lavandula stoechas requires annual pruning to prevent it from becoming woody. Trim back the current year's growth by about 2.5 to 5 centimetres in late summer after flowering, taking care not to cut into old, bare wood.
How hardy is this plant?
French Lavender 'Papillon' is generally rated H4 or H5, tolerating temperatures from -10°C to -15°C. English types are hardy across the UK, while French or Spanish types may need winter protection in colder inland or northern regions.
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