Lavandula Stoechas

Spanish Lavendar

Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender)

A distinctive evergreen perennial, Lavandula stoechas is known for its unique flower heads topped with showy, petal-like bracts often described as “rabbit ears.” Blooming from spring into early summer (and often reblooming), the flowers range from deep purple to pink depending on the selection. The gray-green foliage is aromatic and provides a soft texture, making this species especially popular in Mediterranean-style plantings.

Type: Evergreen perennial
Mature Size: 1.5–2′ W × 1.5–2′ H
USDA Zones: 7a–10b
Form: Compact, mounded

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

Bloom Time: Spring to early summer (often reblooms)
Bloom Length: Long; intermittent blooming over several months

Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Containers, borders, rock gardens, Mediterranean gardens, mass plantings, drought-tolerant landscapes

Care:
Requires excellent drainage and does not tolerate wet soils. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage rebloom. Avoid heavy pruning into woody stems. Best performance in warmer climates—provide winter protection in colder regions.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

7–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Spring

Flower color

Purple

Leaf color

Olive Drab

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Alkaline, Sandy well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No