Little Lady lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Little Lady'

HerbLamiaceae

Little Lady lavender
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantFragrantEdibleEvergreen
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Broad
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

AccentBorderContainerCut flowerFood gardenHedgePollinator gardenRock gardenShade gardenXeriscape

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Little Lady' lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Little Lady') is an herb for borders, containers, rock gardens, and hedges. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Bees and butterflies visit the fragrant blooms from early to late summer. It sits low on the menu for deer and rabbits. Give it room, since it spreads 12 to 24 inches wide.

Pairs well with Yarrow, Rosemary, and Helene Von Stein lamb’s ear.