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Lavandula x dentata
Lavender dentata, AKA French Lavender or Fringed Lavender is an aromatic herb ~ native to Spain, this lavender is often mistakenly called 'Spanish Lavender'. Perfect as an ornamental herb, it blooms profusely, smells great and has a great shrubby habit. We recommend it as a landscape ornamental vs a culinary lavender.
It has attractive fringed foliage; the word 'dentata' mean toothed in Latin. The Grayish green leaves have a scalloped characteristic with a delicious clean lavender fragrance. The flower spikes end in a lovely flower display of light purple flowers that are exceptionally long lasting. This plant is considered one of the more "rugged" varieties and works well in containers.
A French Lavender, Dentata
Lavenders are a wonderful woody perennial herb that are easy to grow, and once established, will be an spectacular addition to your garden landscape. Deer resistant and low maintenance, lavenders attract pollinators.
Lavandula x dentata
Characteristics: A lovely tall lavender that works best in the landscape.
Light:Lavender 'dentata' prefers full sun
Water: Like most Lavenders, Lavender 'dentata' is drought tolerant and doesn't need much water. Over watering is one of the biggest mistakes made with this plant, as they are easily susceptible to root rot or disease if they remain moist for too long.
Soil:Very well drained, loamy soil is best for Lavender. These plants hate "wet feet", and you may even have to add sand to your soil mix to help aid drainage.
Use: This evergreen is primarily grown for its sweet scent and is the best variety for crafts and potpourris, as the fragrant buds are easily removed and have a long lasting perfume.
Extras: Deer and pest resistant, Lavenders are easy to grow and maintain in your garden or when potted.
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