Lavandula Angustifloia - Munstead

English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ (English Lavender)

A compact, early-blooming evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ is prized for its fragrant, soft lavender-purple flower spikes that appear in early summer. The blooms rise above a dense mound of aromatic, gray-green foliage, often with a lighter, more relaxed look compared to darker cultivars. This selection is known for its excellent cold hardiness and reliable performance in a wide range of garden settings.

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 summer (often reblooms)
Bloom Length: Moderate to long; typically 4–6 weeks with potential repeat bloom

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Borders, edging, herb gardens, rock gardens, containers, mass plantings, cottage gardens, drought-tolerant landscapes

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage repeat bloom. Avoid cutting into woody stems. Requires excellent drainage—do not overwater. Trim in early spring to promote compact growth.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

1-2'

Width

1-2'

Hardiness zones

5–11

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Late Summer

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Foundation, Hedge, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes