Lavendula X Chaytorae Richard Gray

Lavender 'Richard Gray'

Lavandula × chaytoriae ‘Richard Gray’ (Lavender) is a compact, highly ornamental perennial with a dense, rounded habit. It is especially valued for its finely textured, intensely silvery-gray foliage, which forms a tight mound even when not in bloom. Short spikes of soft lavender-purple flowers appear in early to mid-summer. This hybrid is prized for its foliage interest, compact size, and excellent performance in hot, dry conditions.

Type: Perennial
Mature Size: 18–24" W × 12–18" H
USDA Zones: 6a–9b
Form: Dense, compact, rounded

Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Well-drained, sandy or gritty soils; low water, drought tolerant once established
Bloom Time / Length: Early to mid-summer; moderate bloom (3–4 weeks)

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for edging, rock gardens, and containers. Its striking silver foliage provides strong contrast in mixed plantings and remains attractive year-round in mild climates. Works well in formal designs and drought-tolerant landscapes.

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain its tight form. Cut back in early spring, avoiding old woody growth. Requires excellent drainage and performs best in lean soils—avoid wet or heavy conditions, especially in winter.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub, Herb, Perennial

Height

12-18''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

6–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Flower color

Violet

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Rocky, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Drought Tolerant Landscapes, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Mounded, Rounded

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes