Lavandula X Chaytoriae Kathleen Elizabeth

Lavender

Lavandula × chaytoriae ‘Kathleen Elizabeth’ (Hybrid Lavender)

A compact, evergreen perennial, Lavandula × chaytoriae ‘Kathleen Elizabeth’ is valued for its soft pink flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The blooms are held above aromatic, gray-green foliage, creating a gentle, pastel effect in the garden. This hybrid combines the compact habit of English lavender with improved vigor, making it well-suited for borders and smaller 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, cottage gardens, drought-tolerant landscapes

Care:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage a second flush. 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

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring, Late Summer, Summer

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Woodland Gardens

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Drought tolerant

Yes