Royal Family Lavender lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Family Lavender'

ShrubLamiaceae

Royal Family Lavender lavender
Drought tolerantFragrantEdibleEvergreen
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Broad
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam

Garden uses

AccentBorderCut flowerHedgePollinator gardenRock gardenShade garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Royal Family Lavender' lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Royal Family Lavender') is a shrub for borders, hedges, rock gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Fragrant flowers open from early to late summer and draw butterflies and bees. The plant is drought tolerant and stays evergreen, with a broad habit.

Pairs well with Purple Coneflower coneflower, Ornamental onion, and Coralbells.