Lavandula angustifolia Sarah

Sarah Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Sarah’ (English Lavender)

A dwarf, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Sarah’ is known for its very compact, dense habit and rich violet-purple flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The tight, mounded form makes it especially useful for edging and small garden spaces, while the aromatic gray-green foliage provides year-round interest in milder climates. It is one of the more refined, miniature English lavender selections.

Type: Evergreen perennial
Mature Size: 0.75–1.5′ W × 0.75–1.5′ H
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
Form: Dense, 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; typically 3–5 weeks

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Edging, borders, rock gardens, containers, herb gardens, small spaces, mass plantings, drought-tolerant landscapes

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact form and encourage fresh growth. 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

12-18''

Width

12-18"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Attracts

Bees, Hummingbirds

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes