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Lavender, Hidcote

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (Lavender, Hidcote)
Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'

Hidcote is an English variety of lavender, and is one of the hardiest and drought-resistant varieties. Hidcote Lavender has gray-green foliage and is known for its especially fragrant flowers and its pleasing round growth habit. The flowers and foliage are used in potpourri,sachets and desserts.Click here for great lavender recipes!

Lavender is an intense deterrent to deer, and will keep deer away from an entire garden if planted in generous amounts.

Interesting Notes
Lavender scent is stress-relieving and opens the sinuses.

Sowing Information
Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost in loose growing mix. Cover seeds 1/8" soil or 1/4" vermiculite. Keep moist. Lavender tends to take a long time to germinate. Transplant 10" apart in a sunny location.


Height
18-24 Inches

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USDA Hardiness Zone
5

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Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes
Drought Tolerant
Cut Flower / or Foliage
Border
Fragrant
Dried Flower
Container
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Sun Tolerant
Growth Rate in the Garden
Medium
Nature Attraction
Butterflies
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Late Summer
Late Spring / Early Summer
Soil Moisture Needs
Average
Dry
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