Lavandula Blue River

English Lavender

avandula angustifolia ‘Blue River’ (English Lavender)

A compact, fragrant evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Blue River’ is valued for its dense mounding habit and rich blue to violet flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The highly aromatic, gray-green foliage provides year-round interest in milder climates and contrasts beautifully with the vibrant blooms. This cultivar is well-suited for edging, borders, and small garden spaces.

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, rock gardens, herb gardens, containers, mass plantings, drought-tolerant landscapes

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage a second flush. Avoid heavy pruning into woody stems. Requires excellent drainage—do not overwater. Trim in early spring to promote compact growth.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub, Perennial

Height

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Fern

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes