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Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue'
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- Representative photos: Product images show a typical plant of this variety, often during an attractive or active growth stage. Natural differences in size, branching, foliage density, leaf colour, flower timing and seasonal shape are normal.
- Seasonal appearance: Outdoor plants change noticeably through the year. Depending on the season, your plant may arrive actively growing, newly flushing, flowering, fruiting, recently pruned, dormant, partly bare or leafless. Deciduous shrubs, trees and herbaceous perennials can look sparse outside their main growing period, especially in autumn, winter and early spring. This is normal seasonal behaviour and does not mean the plant is unhealthy.
- Flowers, fruit and colour: Flowers, buds, fruit, berries, autumn colour and fresh new growth are seasonal and are not guaranteed on arrival unless clearly stated for that specific item.
- Size details: Listed sizes refer to pot diameter in cm and approximate overall height in cm, measured from the base of the pot to the tallest visible shoot, stem or branch where applicable. Outdoor plant height can vary naturally with season, pruning, dormancy, new growth, weather conditions and each plant’s growth habit. Dormant, recently pruned or early-season plants may temporarily be shorter, sparser or less leafy than plants shown in peak-season photos.
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After delivery:
Your outdoor plant has just been packed, transported and unpacked, so give it a calm start before planting or placing it permanently. Remove all packaging carefully, check the pot, stems, visible roots and substrate moisture, and settle any loose growing medium back around the root ball. Water if the root ball feels dry, but do not leave the pot standing in water. For the first few days, keep the plant in a sheltered spot suited to its light needs, away from strong midday sun, heavy wind, frost and heat stress.
First days outside:
Do not move the plant straight into full exposure, especially if it is young, newly flushed, evergreen, recently pruned or greenhouse-grown. Gradually introduce more sun, wind and temperature variation over several days. If cold nights, storms, intense sun or hot dry weather are expected, keep the plant protected until conditions are more stable. Do not fertilize immediately after delivery; let the plant settle first and resume feeding only when it is actively growing and conditions are suitable.
Seasonal settling:
Outdoor plants may arrive in different seasonal stages. Depending on the time of year, your plant may be leafy, flowering, newly sprouting, recently pruned, dormant, partly bare or leafless. Adjust care to what the plant is doing: actively growing plants need closer moisture checks, while dormant plants usually need protection from extremes and only light moisture management until growth resumes.
Planting timing:
Plant outdoors when the soil is workable and weather conditions suit the plant type. Avoid planting during frost, heatwaves, waterlogged soil or very dry windy periods. It is better to keep the plant protected in its pot for a short time than to plant into stressful conditions. After planting, water thoroughly so the root ball and surrounding soil connect properly, then monitor moisture while the plant establishes.
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Quick guide to Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue'
Evergreen subshrub
Moisture
Dry to average
Drainage
Free-draining
Hardiness
Fully hardy · -15°C
Mature size
25–35 × 35–45 cm
Winter habit
Evergreen
Bloom time
Summer
Containers
Good in pots
Pruning
After flowering, Spring
More details
Growth and habit
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Lifecycle: Perennial
- Growth habit: Compact, Bushy
- Spread type: Clumping
- Groundcover strength: Low
Flower, foliage and seasonal interest
- Flower colour: Blue
- Foliage colour: Grey green
- Winter interest: Evergreen foliage
- Fragrance: Strong
Site and soil
- Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
- Spacing: 45 cm
- Plants per m²: 4.9
Garden use
- Special use: Patio & balcony, Pollinator friendly, Fragrant, Edible, Drought tolerant, Winter interest
- Use cases: Herb garden, Pollinator border, Patio container
Planting and care
- Planting window: Spring, Early autumn
- Establishment watering: Water regularly after planting, then allow slight drying between deep soakings.
- Container note: Small pots need gritty substrate, clear drainage holes and shelter from saturated winter weather.
- Seasonal note: Evergreen. Flowers mainly from month 6 to 8. Winter value comes from evergreen foliage.
Where Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue' comes from
Dry sunny slopes and scrub of the western Mediterranean.
Compact edging with Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue'
Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue' keeps a low, tidy silhouette with aromatic grey-green foliage and blue-purple flower spikes in summer. Its scale is the point: it reads as a deliberate mound rather than a loose shrub, so it fits neatly along paths, in gravel planting, and in smaller containers.
Once established, the plant holds its shape well and keeps its foliage looking present beyond the main bloom. Repeating several plants creates a clean line of texture and scent that stays legible even when neighbouring perennials are changing through the season.
How Dwarf Blue builds a low mound
Growth starts as new shoots push from the woody framework in spring, filling out into a dense cushion. Flower stems rise above the foliage as the plant moves into summer, then the mound settles back into evergreen structure once bloom finishes.
A mature plant typically sits around 30-40 cm tall, with a spread around 45 cm, depending on pruning and how lean the root zone stays. In pots, the outline often stays even tighter, which suits edging and repeated container displays.
Sun, drainage and root comfort
Bright, open exposure supports short growth, firm stems, and strong leaf scent. Soil texture matters more than richness: a mineral, free-draining root zone keeps the base of the plant in better condition over time.
Chalk, loam, and sandy soils can all work when water passes through easily. If the planting area tends to stay damp, raise the planting level slightly and build in grit so the crown dries between wet spells.
Container watering for Dwarf Blue
In containers, water management is mostly about avoiding a permanently damp centre. Use a pot with clear drainage and a gritty, peat-free outdoor mix that re-wets evenly but does not stay heavy for days.
Check moisture by feeling the pot weight and testing the top third of the mix. Water deeply when that zone has dried, then let excess drain freely. Short, frequent splashes encourage shallow roots and a softer mound.
Keeping the mound trimmed
Light trimming keeps this small lavender looking crisp and prevents the centre from opening. Aim for regular shaping in green growth, so the plant always has leafy points ready to respond.
- After flowering: remove spent flower stems and lightly round the top growth.
- Spring tidy: clip off winter-browned tips once new shoots are clearly visible.
- Where to cut: stay within leafy growth rather than cutting back into bare old wood.
- Feeding: keep nutrition modest; steady, firm growth is the goal.
Dwarf Blue issue signals
Most problems show up at the crown first. A soft, dull centre or sudden wilting is usually linked to a root zone that stays wet for too long, especially in pots after repeated rain.
Sparse flowering is more often linked to shade or overly rich soil than to lack of water. If the mound becomes leggy, it usually responds to earlier, lighter shaping and a more open, brighter position.
Where this small lavender works best
Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue' suits planting where a compact, repeatable lavender shape matters: path edges, raised beds, gravel borders, and container groups. It reads well alongside stone, paving, and fine-textured grasses, and it keeps its place in a scheme even after flowering has finished.
Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue'
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Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue'
Sale price€11,25
Lavandula angustifolia 'Dwarf Blue' FAQs – compact habit, drainage and anti-woodiness pruning
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