Suttons Lavender Angustifolia Imperial Gem Lavandula Plant 1 x 1.3L Pot

Lavender˜Imperial Gem†is a particularly compact cultivar reaching just 50cm. It throws up stiff stems topped with deep violet flowers throughout summer, which contrast beautifully with its evergreen, silvery foliage. Given its tidy growth habit, this bushy English Lavender makes a superb low hedge which will attract bees and other pollinating insects. Perfect for edging pathways where its scent be appreciated as you brush past the aromatic foliage. Height and spread: 50cm (20"). Grow English lavender plants in free draining soil. Choose a position in full sun. Lavenders dislike wet ground, particularly during winter. Improve heavy soil conditions by adding coarse grit or sharp sand prior to planting. When growing English lavender in large patio containers, use a well-drained, soil-based compost such as John Innes No. 3. After planting, prune lavender plants to encourage bushy growth. Water regularly throughout summer until lavender plants are fully established. Once established, they are reasonably drought tolerant. Immediately after flowering, prune English lavender back to within 2cm (1") of the previous yearâ€s growth to maintain a compact, well-shaped plant. Supplied as 1 x 1.3-litre potted Lavender Angustifolia Imperial Gem plant. Note: images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Founded in 1806, Suttons has over 200 years of gardening experience and a reputation for delivering quality seeds, plants & equipment to guarantee you get the most from your garden. We are proud to grow the majority of our plants at our nursery in Devon, which allows us to put them through rigorous trials and testing to provide the highest quality produce. Every year, our horti experts source new and improved flower, fruit and vegetable varieties with a wide varieties of ways to buy - everything from seeds, plugs, potted plants, large show-stopping plants and more!