Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
18"–30" H × 18"–36" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
English lavender is a compact, evergreen subshrub grown for its narrow, silvery-green foliage and dense spikes of fragrant purple flowers in early summer. It forms a tidy, rounded mound and is often used in borders, edging, and mass plantings where a low, aromatic hedge is desired.
In an HOA neighborhood
Lavender is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: low hedge, border edging, foundation planting.
- requires excellent drainage and can rot in heavy or wet soils
- woody stems can become leggy without periodic pruning
Wildlife value
Highly attractive to bees and butterflies throughout its bloom period, offering a reliable nectar source in dry, sunny plantings.
Common questions
- How much sun does Lavender need?
- Lavender grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Lavender bloom?
- Lavender blooms in May, June, and July.
- What pollinators does Lavender attract?
- Lavender draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Lavender HOA-friendly?
- Lavender is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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