About
Lavandula canariensis, the Canary Island lavender, is a half-hardy, evergreen shrub with finely dissected, slightly hairy, grey-green leaves. Slender, branching stems bearing spikes of small, scented, blue flowers opening from dark-purple buds are produced in summer. A rewarding and ornamental lavender for a sunny, well-drained position in a mild or frost-free garden.
About the genus
Lavandula, the lavenders, are small, aromatic, evergreen shrubs with narrow leaves � entire, toothed or pinnately lobed � and dense spikes of tubular flowers, mainly in shades of lavender, purple and white, in summer. Widely grown for their fragrance, flowers and attractive foliage.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH3
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs, Conservatory Greenhouse
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants
FragranceFlower, Foliage
Care notes
CultivationThrives in well-drained, ideally slightly alkaline soil; will not tolerate waterlogging. In warmer regions, may be planted out in a sunny, sheltered position with winter protection. In areas prone to frost, grow in containers and overwinter in a greenhouse or conservatory. See lavender cultivation for more advice
PruningPruning group 10; deadhead after flowering and trim foliage in spring
PropagationPropagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. See our video How to take lavender cuttings for more advice
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to rosemary beetle and cuckoo spit (froghoppers)
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to grey moulds (Botrytis) and honey fungus (rarely)