Lavender is one of the most popular small garden shrubs. Plants have narrow, oily and aromatic evergreen leaves and bear dense spikes of small tubular flowers in summer.
Cultivars of Lavandula x intermedia are a cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia. They are typically larger and more robust than Lavandula angustifolia, and flower over a longer period. They also have broader leaves and longer flower stalks, making them particularly suited to using as a cut flower.
Lavandula x intermedia ‘Gros Bleu’ is a well-branched shrub with a delicate habit. It bears large flower heads in rich Hidcote purple. It makes an excellent hedge or specimen for a large herbaceous border.
For best results, grow ‘Gros Bleu’ in well-drained soil in full sun. Cut back the flower stalks after they have finished, and then trim back plants in April, if necessary.
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Lavandula ‘Gros bleu’ and wildlife
Lavandula ‘Gros bleu’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers, provides shelter and habitat and has seeds for birds.
