Lavandula angustifolia Cynthia Johnson

Cynthia Johnson Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Cynthia Johnson’ (English Lavender)

A compact, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Cynthia Johnson’ is valued for its soft pink to blush-lavender flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The blooms are slightly larger and lighter in tone than many pink lavenders, creating a delicate, airy effect above the aromatic gray-green foliage. Its neat, mounded habit makes it well-suited for borders, edging, and small 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, herb gardens, rock gardens, containers, 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

Evergreen Shrub, Perennial

Height

1-2'

Width

1-2'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No