Lavandula angustifolia Hidcote Pink

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

Evergreen Shrub, Perennial

Height

1-2'

Width

1-2'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Olive Drab

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Alkaline, Dry Area, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Mounding, Wide Spreading

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes