Thumbelina Leigh English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Thumbelina Leigh' PP #15,231

Pronunciation: lav-AN-dew-lah an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #02848
5-9

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An extremely aromatic and profuse bloomer, this compact selection produces lovely spikes of violet-blue blooms up to three times per year! Prune back by one-half after flowering for best repeat show. This versatile, undemanding little evergreen shrub is ideal for containers, low borders, and rock gardens.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Let soil go almost dry between waterings.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall, 12 in. wide, in bloom.

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Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesWaterwise, Edible, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasA versatile small lavender renowned for a size well suited to containers. But like its full size predecessors it remains valuable for dry slopes, banks and rock gardens. Exceptional component of Mediterranean style gardens both formal and casual. With similar requirements as western natives, it is suitable for xeriscape or wild gardens. Equally suited to traditional mixed borders with perennials and flowering shrubs provided soil is well drained. Performs best in artistic pots and particularly beautiful in aged classical terra cotta.
Flower ColorBlue
Foliage ColorGray-green
Companion PlantsBlack-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Skullcap (Scutellaria); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea)
Care InstructionsThrives in lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline soil; avoid heavy, soggy soils. Plant with crowns slightly above soil level. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Prune back by one-half after flowering to encourage rebloom.
LoreOil rich lavender has long been used in bathing so it's scent is an age old favorite for bed and bath preparations, fragrances and cosmetics.
Details
Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesWaterwise, Edible, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Design IdeasA versatile small lavender renowned for a size well suited to containers. But like its full size predecessors it remains valuable for dry slopes, banks and rock gardens. Exceptional component of Mediterranean style gardens both formal and casual. With similar requirements as western natives, it is suitable for xeriscape or wild gardens. Equally suited to traditional mixed borders with perennials and flowering shrubs provided soil is well drained. Performs best in artistic pots and particularly beautiful in aged classical terra cotta.
Flower ColorBlue
Foliage ColorGray-green
Companion PlantsBlack-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Skullcap (Scutellaria); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Rose (Rosa); Coneflower (Echinacea)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline soil; avoid heavy, soggy soils. Plant with crowns slightly above soil level. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish root system; once established, reduce frequency. Prune back by one-half after flowering to encourage rebloom.
History
LoreOil rich lavender has long been used in bathing so it's scent is an age old favorite for bed and bath preparations, fragrances and cosmetics.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.