French Lavender javelin forte white Spanish lavender
Lavandula stoechas 'French Lavender'
USDA zones8 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Bush
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'French Lavender' javelin forte white Spanish lavender (Lavandula stoechas 'French Lavender') is an herb for borders, containers, rock gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Bees and butterflies visit its fragrant blooms in spring and summer. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. The bush stays evergreen and is drought tolerant.
Pairs well with Kent Beauty oregano, Berggarten sage, and Wall germander.