February 2, 2007, Newsletter Issue #146: Some Wonderful Lavender Varieties

Tip of the Week

There are literally dozens of Lavenders on the market today, but which are the best for your garden?
The following are amongst the easiest and most hardy of the lavenders. They are superb planted next to paths so that as you brush past them, their intoxicating odour is released.

Lavandula angustifolia "Hidcote"; Compact grower 2 ft. Violet flowers from early July. Grey foliage.
Lavandula angustifolia "Munstead"; Compact grower 2 ft tall. Deep blue flowers from early July. Narrow green foliage.
Lavandula angustifolia "Alba": A beautiful white flowered strong grower.4 ft tall Late July .
Lavandula angustifolia "Loddon Pink" ; Pale pink spikes of flowers on a 2 ft plant. Early July onwards.
Lavandula angustifolia "Miss Katherine"; The deepest pink and the most fragrant. 2 ft tall. Early July onwards.
Lavandula angustifolia "Little Lady"; One of the most compact at only 18" tall. Silver foliage anddeep lavender blue flowers.
Lavandula angustifolia "Miss Muffet"; Lilac blue flowers adorn this little beauty. A tiny 8"-12" tall. Perfect for the patio container.

About LifeTips

Now one of the top on-line publishers in the world, LifeTips offers tips to millions of monthly visitors. Our mission mission is to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. Expert writers earn dough for what they know. And exclusive sponsors in each niche topic help us make-it-all happen.

Not finding the advice and tips you need on this English Garden Tip Site? Request a Tip Now!


Guru Spotlight
Heidi Splete