Lavandula Angustifolia - Compacta

English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Compacta’ (English Lavender)

A dwarf, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Compacta’ is valued for its tight, mounded habit and classic lavender-purple flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The compact size makes it ideal for edging and small spaces, while the aromatic, gray-green foliage provides year-round interest in milder climates. It offers the same fragrance and charm as larger English lavenders in a more manageable form.

Type: Evergreen perennial
Mature Size: 1–1.5′ W × 1–1.5′ 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 to long; typically 4–6 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 shape and encourage dense growth. Avoid cutting into woody stems. Requires excellent drainage—do not overwater. Trim in early spring to promote compact habit.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-30"

Width

18-30"

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

Purple Pink

Leaf color

Teal

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Dry Area, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

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

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes