Lavandula Angustifolia- Royal Purple

English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Royal Purple’ (English Lavender)

A compact, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Royal Purple’ is valued for its rich, deep purple flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The bold flower color contrasts beautifully with the aromatic gray-green foliage, forming a dense, mounded habit. This cultivar provides strong visual impact and classic lavender fragrance, making it a standout in both formal and informal plantings.

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 to mid-summer
Bloom Length: Moderate to long; typically 4–6 weeks

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant

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

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage a tidy appearance. 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

1-2'

Width

1-2'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Mid Summer

Flower color

Blue

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Compact, Mounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes