Perennial – Lavender ‘Fern Leaf’

Lavender ‘Fern Leaf’

Botanical name: lavandula pinnata 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 3 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 8-10 

Growth rate: grows 6-12 inches per year 

Foliage color: green/gray 

Flower color: purple/lavender 

Bloom time:  spring, summer, fall 

Pruning instructions: deadhead withered blooms and foliage as needed 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: herb garden, pollinator garden, mixed garden beds, borders, container plant 

Special features: fragrant blooms, attracts pollinators, drought tolerant, deer resistant 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use an organic flower food liquid fertilizer once a month throughout the spring and summer seasons 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil:  sand, loam 

Companion plants: rosemary, thyme, yarrow, coneflower 

Toxicity level: toxic for pets if ingested, non-toxic for humans 

Invasive species: no