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- Hardy lavender varieties from A to D.
- Hardy lavender varieties from E to I.
- Hardy lavender varieties from J to W
- frequently asked Questions
The lavender, which originally comes from the Mediterranean region, also impresses in this country with its diverse colors and scents. Choosing hardy lavender allows it to be grown for up to 30 years.
In a nutshell
- different heights allow consistent planting
- extensive color spectrum from white to pink to purple
- extended flowering times from May to October
- ideal as a planting partner
- uniform requirements of the varieties in terms of location and care
The lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is one of the most popular garden plants due to its variability in color and shape. However, not all varieties available in stores are winterproof, which is why you should pay particular attention to the degree of Winter hardiness should be laid. In addition, the lavender is characterized by low maintenance and is therefore also suitable for beginners.
Hardy lavender varieties from A to D.
Alba
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 40 to 50 centimeters
- Flower color: white
- Flower shape: lip-shaped
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to -10 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: as Tub planting suitable
Blue cushion
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 20 to 30 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: short panicles
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: frost-resistant to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: optimal plant partner too Roses
Blue ice
- Growth habit: compact growth
- Height: 40 to 50 centimeters
- Flower color: light blue
- Flower shape: long panicles
- Flowering period: June to July
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: especially for the Edging suitable for beds
Blue scent
Growth habit: compact growth
Height: 25 to 40 centimeters
Flower color: dark blue
Flower shape: spike-shaped
Flowering period: June to August
Location: sunny place
Winter hardiness: hardy up to - 15 degrees Celsius
Special feature: has a very attractive effect insects
Note: In addition to the flowers of the hardy lavender variety "Blue Scent", the leaves and shoots also give off a pleasant smell.
Dwarf Blue
- Growth habit: compact growth
- Height: 40 to 50 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: short panicles
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: frost-resistant to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: particularly suitable for edging flower beds
Hardy lavender varieties from E to I.
Real lavender
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 60 to 80 centimeters
- Flower color: delicate purple
- Flower shape: long panicles
- Flowering period: June to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: winterproof up to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: is very attractive to insects
Ellagance Purple
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 20 to 30 centimeters
- Flower color: purple
- Flower shape: spike-shaped
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: is ideally suited for the installation of a Scented hedge
Fern-leaved lavender (Lavandula multifida L.)
- Growth habit: compact growth
- Height: 30 to 50 centimeters
- Flower color: delicate purple
- Flower shape: short panicles
- Flowering period: May to October
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: frost-resistant to -5 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: is very attractive to insects
Hidcote Blue
- Growth habit: compact growth
- Height: 25 to 40 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: spike-shaped
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: winterproof up to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: ideal plant partner for roses
Hidcote pink
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 30 to 40 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: spike-shaped
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: is ideal for creating a scented hedge
Imperial Gem
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 30 to 50 centimeters
- Flower color: pink
- Flower shape: spike-shaped
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: as Tub planting suitable
Note: Compared to many other varieties, the hardy lavender variety "Imperial Gem" overwinters above ground in the woody shoots.
Hardy lavender varieties from J to W
Jamlitz
- Growth habit: compact growth
- Height: 50 to 60 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: long panicles
- Flowering period: June to July
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: winterproof up to - 20 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: particularly suitable for edging flower beds
Miss Katherine
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 60 to 70 centimeters
- Flower color: pink, purple
- Flower shape: spike-shaped
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to -10 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: is very attractive to insects
Munstead
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 25 to 40 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: spike-shaped
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: frost-resistant to - 15 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: ideal plant partner for roses
Provence lavender
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 80 to 90 centimeters
- Flower color: white, delicate purple
- Flower shape: long panicles
- Flowering period: May to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to -10 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: is ideal for creating a scented hedge
Coppy lavender (Lavandula stoechas)
- Growth habit: crown-shaped growth
- Height: 30 to 100 centimeters
- Flower color: black, purple
- Flower shape: long panicles
- Flowering period: March to August
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: hardy up to -10 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: suitable as a container plant
Speiklavender (Lavandula latifolia)
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 60 to 80 centimeters
- Flower color: dark blue, purple
- Flower shape: short panicles
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: frost-resistant to -5 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: has very broad leaves
Woolly lavender (Lavandula lanata)
- Growth habit: bushy growth
- Height: 50 to 75 centimeters
- Flower color: delicate to dark purple
- Flower shape: short panicles
- Flowering period: June to September
- Location: sunny place
- Winter hardiness: winterproof up to - 10 degrees Celsius
- Special feature: has hairy leaves that shimmer silvery at the same time
frequently asked Questions
In order to achieve sufficient winter hardiness before the first frost, it is advisable to plant the lavender in May after the ice saints. This creates the greatest possible time interval between the frost periods, which enables the plant to take root extensively.
The lavender is an ideal plant partner for various plants. In practice, planting together with roses, herbs or ornamental grasses is particularly common. Basically, however, lavender is very compatible with almost all domestic plants. In order to create a visually appealing image, however, it is advisable to combine low-contrast varieties with higher-contrast plants and vice versa.
Despite the winter hardiness up to a temperature of up to - 15 degrees Celsius, it is advisable to take additional protective measures to make it easier for the plant to overwinter. Mats made of fleece or coconut or the application of sticks and mulch are particularly suitable for this.
Varieties planted in pots must be particularly protected from the substrate freezing through. The planter should therefore be protected with additional materials such as styrofoam or jute.
