Lavender Hidcote 5 Litre

Lavender 'Hidcote' (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote') is a popular, compact variety known for its deep purple-blue flowers and silvery-gray foliage. It's a favorite in gardens for its striking colour, fragrance, and versatility, making it ideal for borders, hedges, or container planting.

'Hidcote' thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Plant in spring or early summer, spacing each plant about 12-18 inches apart to allow for air circulation, which helps prevent disease. Lavender prefers slightly alkaline to neutral soil (pH 6.5-7.5) and benefits from the addition of lime if your soil is too acidic. Avoid overly rich soil, as it can reduce flower production. Water the plants moderately, especially during establishment, but be careful not to overwater, as lavender is drought-tolerant once established.

Lavender 'Hidcote' is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. These pollinators not only enhance your garden’s biodiversity but also support broader ecological health by aiding in the pollination of other plants. Additionally, lavender's strong fragrance is a natural deterrent to pests such as mosquitoes and deer, making it a valuable companion plant in the garden.

For optimal flowering, prune lightly after the first flush of blooms in summer and give a harder prune in late summer to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

• 5 litre pot size
• Vibrant deep purple blooms with strong, calming fragrance.
• Attracts bees and butterflies, boosting garden biodiversity.
• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, ideal for easy care.
• Perfect for hedges, borders, or container gardening.
• Natural pest deterrent; deer and mosquito resistant.