Lavandula angustifolia 'Jean Davis'

Lavandula Jean Davis

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Jean Davis’ (English Lavender)

A compact, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Jean Davis’ is prized for its unusual soft pink flower spikes, offering a gentle alternative to traditional purple lavenders. Blooming in early to mid-summer, the delicate blooms rise above aromatic gray-green foliage, creating a refined and elegant look. Its compact, mounded habit makes it ideal for borders, edging, and cottage-style plantings.

Type: Evergreen perennial
Mature Size: 1.5–2′ W × 1.5–2′ 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 habit. Avoid cutting into woody stems. Requires excellent drainage—do not overwater. Trim in early spring to promote dense growth.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

White

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes