SKU: 25730409844
spanish french lavender plant

spanish french lavender plant Spanish Lavender – Plant Detectives

Sale price$25.53 Regular price$28.37
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $7.09 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Aug 1 - Aug 6

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

spanish french lavender plant Spanish Lavender – Plant DetectivesSpanish Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) Spanish Lavender, Lavandula stoechas, is a compact, sun loving lavender known for its distinctive rabbit ear flower bracts and fragrant gray green foliage. Plump flower heads are topped with colorful, petal like bracts that flutter in the breeze, giving each stem a lively, textural look that stands out in the garden and in containers. Plants form a tidy mound that works beautifully along paths and around patios

Spanish Lavender (Lavandula stoechas)

Spanish Lavender, Lavandula stoechas, is a compact, sun loving lavender known for its distinctive rabbit ear flower bracts and fragrant gray green foliage. Plump flower heads are topped with colorful, petal like bracts that flutter in the breeze, giving each stem a lively, textural look that stands out in the garden and in containers. Plants form a tidy mound that works beautifully along paths and around patios where the scent can be enjoyed, creating a soft focal point in Mediterranean, cottage, and modern landscapes.

Distinctive Features

Spanish Lavender typically grows about 12 to 24 inches tall and 12 to 24 inches wide, forming a compact, rounded clump that stays dense with light pruning. Upright stems carry cylindrical flower spikes in shades that range from soft to deeper purple tones, capped by showy bracts that give the flowers their signature look. Narrow, gray green leaves provide fine texture and a silvery cast that helps the plant stand out even between flushes of bloom. The combination of fragrant foliage, distinctive flower form, and modest size makes this species especially useful for containers, border fronts, and high visibility spots.

Growing Conditions

  • Light: Prefers full sun with at least 6 hours of direct light daily for best flowering, compact growth, and strong fragrance.
  • Soil: Thrives in well drained, lean to average soils; avoids heavy, waterlogged ground and benefits from sandy or gravelly conditions that keep roots on the dry side.
  • Water: Water regularly after planting to establish; once rooted in, water deeply but infrequently, allowing the top of the soil to dry between waterings.
  • Hardiness: Best suited to mild climates where Spanish lavender is hardy, often comparable to warmer temperate zones when provided with excellent drainage.
  • Size: Forms a compact mound about 12 to 24 inches tall and 12 to 24 inches wide at maturity, depending on climate and care.
  • Growth Rate: Moderate grower that fills in steadily without quickly outgrowing containers or tight border spaces.

Ideal Uses

  • Front of Border Accent: Plant along paths, near steps, or at the front of beds where the distinctive blooms and fragrance create a natural focal point.
  • Containers and Patio Pots: Excellent in clay pots, troughs, and mixed planters where the compact mound and upright flowers add height, scent, and texture.
  • Mediterranean and Gravel Gardens: Perfect for dry, sunny plantings with stone, gravel, and other drought tolerant companions.
  • Herb and Scent Gardens: Use near seating areas, entries, and walkways so aromatic foliage and blooms can be brushed and enjoyed.
  • Pollinator Friendly Plantings: Flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.

Low Maintenance Care

  • Watering: After establishment, water deeply when the top inch of soil is dry; avoid constant moisture or soggy conditions that can lead to root problems.
  • Pruning: Shear lightly after the main flush of bloom to remove spent spikes and encourage a fuller shape and possible rebloom; avoid cutting into old, woody stems.
  • Fertilizing: Requires only light feeding; in spring, apply a small amount of balanced, slow release fertilizer if soil is very lean, as excessive nutrients can lead to soft, floppy growth.
  • Mulching: Use a thin layer of gravel or coarse mulch around the base to improve drainage and keep foliage off wet soil, avoiding heavy organic mulches against the stems.
  • Seasonal Care: In colder climates, provide sharp drainage and a sheltered, sunny spot; in milder regions, tidy lightly in late winter to remove any winter damage and keep the mound compact.

Why Choose Spanish Lavender?

  • Signature Flower Form: Rabbit ear bracts over plump flower spikes give a distinctive look that sets Spanish lavender apart from other species.
  • Fragrant Foliage: Aromatic gray green leaves add a strong sensory element to paths, patios, and outdoor seating areas.
  • Compact, Versatile Habit: Space saving mound fits neatly into containers, border fronts, and small garden spaces.
  • Sun and Heat Tolerant: Performs well in hot, bright exposures when planted in well drained soil or containers.
  • Design Friendly Color and Texture: Soft purple blooms and silvery foliage pair easily with a wide range of color palettes and garden styles.

With its compact size, fragrant gray green foliage, and distinctive flower spikes topped with showy bracts, Spanish Lavender is an excellent choice for adding texture, scent, and a refined focal point to sunny borders, containers, and Mediterranean inspired gardens.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 25730409844

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell spanish french lavender plant

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.7 ★★★★★
Based on 29 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
Z
Verified Purchase
Zoe Mechler
Boise, US
★★★★★ 5
Hyper Pet Tennis Balls for Dogs: Because Every Dog Deserves to Play Fetch Like a Pro
Color: Green, Size: Regular 2.5" - 12 Pack
If your dog had a bucket list, fetching tennis balls would probably be near the top. And if that’s the case, then the Hyper Pet Tennis Balls are their VIP ticket to Fetch World. These little balls of joy are the real deal, perfect for small breeds that are living their best life chasing after something that probably doesn’t need to be chased but is just so throwable. The 12-pack means you can never lose a ball again...unless, of course, it gets lost in a mysterious “dog dimension” where all the socks go. These 2.5-inch tennis balls are the right size for those dogs that aren’t quite large enough to play with the big leagues. Think of them as the perfectly sized appetizer for the full-on Fetch Feast. Plus, they’re made from non-toxic material, so your pup can gnaw on them all day without worrying about a tummy ache (unless they’re overzealous and gobble up the whole ball...don’t worry, I won’t judge). If your dog doesn’t love fetch yet, they will after these balls come into their life. They’re designed to be durable enough for constant chomping while still offering that classic “bounce, roll, and fetch” action that gets dogs going. Pros: • 12 balls = endless fetch sessions (until the dog gets tired, but let’s be honest, that’s probably never). • Perfect size for small breeds—no choking hazards, just good ol’ fun. • Non-toxic materials for guilt-free playtime. • They squeak. And we all know that squeak is like doggy kryptonite. • Durability means no more fetching balls that break after three tosses (we’ve all been there). Cons: • They might not hold up as well with very heavy chewers (but don’t worry, your dog won’t know the difference until they’ve already swallowed half of one). • They don’t come in tennis-ball-flavor. If they did, I think we’d all be out of a job. If you’re looking to upgrade your dog’s fetch game (or just keep them entertained while you catch up on your own Netflix binging), these Hyper Pet Tennis Balls are a solid choice. Plus, your dog will be too busy fetching to judge your questionable snack choices.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024
L
Verified Purchase
lizzy
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Prefect for smaller dogs to play
Color: Green, Size: MINI 1.75" - 12 Pack
The only balls my sato mix will fetch! They are a bit smaller than regular balls and are more comfortable in my dogs smaller mouth (she is about 20 lbs). Great bounce and durability, highly recommend!
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
MLW
Port Orchard, US
★★★★★ 5
Perfect Size - No Squeakers (yay)
Color: Pink, Size: MINI 1.75" - 4 Pack
My 9 lb. Chi-Mix adores her little toy balls. Perfect for her small size (or a medium dog) and full of bounce. I didn't want squeakers because I knew it would drive me nuts. No squeakers in these balls. Perfect training tool to teach fetch. Perfect toys to have play time with your pooch.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2026
M
Verified Purchase
Mckimisah
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 4
Nice and bright
Color: Orange, Size: MINI 1.75" - 4 Pack
These are great to fit the ball shooter I use with my dogs. Color orange makes it easy to find in grass or dirt. Problem is I have a chewer. He loves to chew on the ball and eat the orange fiber. So, the balls get wrecked and I have to replace. Gets costly. I wish they made this same size ball without the orange furry tennis-ball like covering. Maybe the toys would last longer.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2026
T
Verified Purchase
Thorne Donnelley Jr.
Pawtucket, US
★★★★★ 5
Safe for dogs
Color: Green, Size: Regular 2.5" - 4 Pack
Much better for dogs than used/dirty tennis balls. Worth the money for safety.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2026

recommand products