
Common Name: Hidcote Pink English Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote Pink’ (English Lavender) A compact, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote Pink’ is valued for its soft pink flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer, offering a gentle alternative to traditional purple lavenders. The blooms rise above a dense mound of aromatic gray-green foliage, creating a refined, pastel look in the landscape. Its compact habit makes it ideal for edging and smaller garden spaces. Type: Evergreen perennial Mature Size: 1–2′ W × 1–2′ H USDA Zones: 5a–9b Form: Compact, mounded Light: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils; prefers slightly alkaline conditions Water: Low; drought tolerant once established Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer Bloom Length: Moderate to long; typically 4–6 weeks Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant Features & Landscape Uses: Borders, edging, cottage gardens, rock gardens, containers, herb gardens, mass plantings, drought-tolerant landscapes Care: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage a tidy appearance. Avoid cutting into woody stems. Requires excellent drainage—do not overwater. Trim in early spring to promote dense growth.
| Plant Type: | Perennial, Evergreen Shrub |
| Width: | 1-2' |
| Height: | 1-2' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Zone: | 5 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Attract: | Hummingbirds |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Early Summer, Mid Summer |
| Landscape/Use: | Container, Mass Planting, Border, Drought Tolerant Landscapes |
| Shape: | Low Mounding, Wide Spreading |
| Soil Type | Sandy, Well Drained, Dry Area, Alkaline |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Leaf Color: | Olive Drab |