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English Lavender

Scientific name	Lavandula angustifolia
Common name	English Lavender
Type	Shrubs
Variety	Evergreen
USDA Zone hardiness	5a - 9b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	2 to 3'
Spread	2 to 3'

English Lavender is best in full to partial sun with evenly moist, moderately humus rich, well-drained soil. Good soil will promote deep root growth that will assist in winter hardiness and summer drought tolerance however overall very adaptable to soil and ph. Blue-purple, lavender, or white-pink flowers depending upon cultivar, up right clumping growth habit. Prune out flower stalks after blooming to promote abundant flowers the following year and compact growth.