Lavandula Multifida

Lavender

Lavandula multifida (Fernleaf Lavender)

A tender, evergreen perennial known for its finely divided, fern-like foliage, Lavandula multifida offers a softer, more delicate texture than traditional lavenders. The aromatic, gray-green leaves are deeply cut, creating a lacy appearance, while purple flower spikes appear over a long season, often from spring through fall in warm climates. This species is valued more for its foliage and extended bloom period than intense fragrance.

Type: Evergreen perennial (tender)
Mature Size: 2–3′ W × 2–3′ H
USDA Zones: 8a–10b
Form: Loose, mounded

Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils
Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Bloom Time: Spring through fall (in warm climates)
Bloom Length: Very long; intermittent to continuous blooming

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Containers, borders, herb gardens, Mediterranean gardens, drought-tolerant plantings, warm-climate landscapes

Care:
Requires excellent drainage and does not tolerate wet or cold conditions. Best grown as an annual or container plant in colder climates. Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage continued blooming. Protect from frost.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

2-3'

Width

2-3'

Hardiness zones

8–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Fall, Mid Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Asparagus

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

loose, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes