Lavandula × christiana

A hybrid species discovered in Morocco in 1943.. Bright violet-blue flowers bloom on branched peduncles (stems) creating a trident shape. It is free flowering and a vigorous grower that gets much larger than its relative L. pinnata. It is likely a cross between L. canariensis and L. pinnata but there is some confusion on its lineage and there is a slight chance L. buchii could be a parent. It needs winter protection in Oregon and can be grown as a houseplant or a container plant brought inside during winters (during which it will continue to flower).

Average Plant Size: 30-36"
Flower Stem Length: 15-20"
Flower Colour: Violet-Blue
Bloom Time: Year Round
Best Uses: Containers

Lavandula × ginginsii 'Goodwin Creek Gray'

An introduction from Jim and Dotty Becker of Goodwin Creek Nursery of Oregon. A hybrid of L. dentata and L. lanata, this is another tender shrub that will need winter protection here in Oregon. Is very long blooming and has a very unique wooly, toothed foliage.

Average Plant Size: 30"
Flower Stem Length: 10-12"
Flower Colour: Violet-Blue
Bloom Time: June-September
Best Uses: Landscaping, Containers

Lavandula × losae

A naturally occurring hybrid between L. lanata and L. latifolia found in the South-Eastern provinces of Spain. Beautiful, compact silver foliage and hardy in Oregon if given good drainage. Does well in containers.

Average Plant Size: 15-18"
Flower Stem Length: 8-10"
Flower Colour: Violet
Bloom Time: July-August
Best Uses: Landscaping, Containers

Lavandula buchii var. buchii

Also known as jagged lavender, this species is endemic to Tenerife in the Canary Islands. L. buchii var. buchii is distinguished from other varieties by its short, branched flower spikes at the end of the peduncle (stem). It is a tender shrub in Oregon and requires winter protection to survive. This plant does great in containers and is an attractive houseplant that will free flower all year long. Makes for an excellent hummingbird attractant if you are able to summer it outdoors.

Average Plant Size: 24"
Flower Stem Length: 12-15"
Flower Colour: Blue-Violet
Bloom Time: Year Round
Best Uses: Houseplant, Containers

Lavandula dentata

Known as French lavender, L. dentata derives its name from its toothed green foliage which is also quite fragrant. It grows mauve flowers throughout the year but is a tender shrub that will only survive outside during a mild winter. Otherwise, it will need winter protection. Makes a great houseplant and does well in containers.

Average Plant Size: 24-30"
Flower Stem Length: 10-12"
Flower Colour: Pale Violet
Bloom Time: Year Round
Best Uses: Houseplant, Containers

Lavandula dentata var. candicans

Known as gray French lavender. A variation of L. dentata with silvery-gray toothed foliage and a more compact growth habit. The pale violet flowers bloom throughout the year. Is a tender shrub and will need to be protected or brought indoors in all but a mild Oregon winter. Makes a great houseplant and thrives in containers.

Average Plant Size: 20-24"
Flower Stem Length: 10-12"
Flower Colour: Pale Violet
Bloom Time: Year Round
Best Uses: Houseplant, Containers

Lavandula viridis

Known as yellow-flowered lavender. A highly aromatic shrub with chartreuse foliage and unusual creamy yellow flowers throughout the summer. It is considered half hardy here and will make it through all but the most extreme Oregon winters with good drainage. The flowers have a wonderful fragrance with notes of lemon. They attract pollinators, are used in aromatherapy, potpourri and bouquets. The high concentration of essential oils from this plant have been utilized for medicinal purposes.

Average Plant Size: 24"
Flower Stem Length: 5-8"
Flower Colour: Chartreuse
Bloom Time: June-July
Best Uses: Landscaping, Containers, Sachets