Lavendula Stoechas

French Lavender

Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender) is a fragrant, evergreen perennial with a compact, rounded habit. It features narrow, gray-green foliage and produces distinctive deep purple flower heads topped with showy, butterfly-like bracts from spring into summer, often with repeat blooming in warm conditions. This species is prized for its unique flower form and long blooming season in mild climates.

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: 18–24" W × 18–24" H
USDA Zones: 7a–10b
Form: Compact, rounded

Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Well-drained, sandy or gritty soils; low to moderate water, drought tolerant once established
Bloom Time / Length: Spring to early summer; may rebloom intermittently in warm climates

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for containers, borders, and Mediterranean-style plantings. Adds bold texture and unique flower form to mixed beds. Best suited for warmer regions or seasonal container use in colder climates.

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to encourage rebloom and maintain shape. Protect from harsh winter conditions—may require overwintering indoors in colder zones. Requires excellent drainage and good air circulation.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub, Perennial

Height

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

7–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Summer, Spring

Flower color

Purple

Leaf color

Dark Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Rocky, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes