Overview
Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR is a bushy shrubs in the genus Lavandula, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include gravel garden, mediterranean climate plants, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, garden edging, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.
About
Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato' is a bushy, evergreen shrub cultivar of the genus Lavandula, known for its compact and aromatic nature. It thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered aspect such as south-, east-, or west-facing positions. This cultivar grows well in a variety of soil types including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, with a preference for fertile, well-drained conditions across a range of pH levels. 'Ostinato' is hardy in the UK (H7) and is suitable for use in gravel gardens, Mediterranean-style plantings, city and courtyard gardens, as well as patios and containers. It flowers in spring and summer, adding interest to informal and wildlife-friendly garden settings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lavandula
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Garden edging, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed sown in a cold frame in spring, Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Rosemary beetle, Cuckoo spit (froghoppers)
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds (Botrytis), Honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR?
Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR need?
Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
Is Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR hardy in the UK?
Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Lavandula x intermedia 'Ostinato'PBR?
Seed sown in a cold frame in spring, Semi-hardwood cuttings in summer.
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