Lavendula Angustifolia Melissa

English Lavender

Melissa lilac features dainty spikes of gray-green linear leaves that transform steely gray in winter. This perfumed lovely garden herb produces violet-lavender flowers in mid spring to early summer. Melissa lilac is a fundamental plant for the herb garden as its flowers are perfectly use in perfumes, poultices, and potpourries for centuries. It grows well in summer heat and dry weather, thus full sun and well-drained soil are necessary.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub, Herb, Perennial

Height

12''

Width

36"

Hardiness zones

5–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Bloom time

Early Summer

Flower color

White

Fall color

Blue Green

Attracts

Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No