Provence Lavender

Lavandula x intermedia – Provence Lavender

An adaptable lavender well-suited for the Northeast. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9. In Zones 5–7, plant in a location protected from strong winter winds.

Lavenders are beautiful and versatile plants, excellent for borders, accent plantings, and companion plantings with shrubs and small trees. Space plants about 1 foot apart for a dense, low hedge appearance. Fragrant foliage and flowers attract pollinators while adding classic lavender color and aroma to the garden.

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
• Recommended spacing: 1' apart for hedge effect

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Very Good
• Heat Tolerance: Very Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
• Sun Tolerance: Excellent
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Poor
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Fair
• Deer Resistance: Very Good
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Shrub
• Soil Type: Well Drained
• Edible Type: Leaf
• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.