Lavender

Lavender 'Munstead' is one of the most popular and hardy cultivars of common lavender, which originated on the sunny, rocky slopes of the Mediterranean. Thanks to this, it tolerates drought excellently and requires full sun with well-draining, rather lean, sandy soil. In our climate, it is fully hardy and adorns the garden even in winter months with its silvery-gray foliage. The plant forms compact, dense mounds reaching a height of around 40 centimeters, making it an ideal choice for edging flower beds, rock gardens, or for growing in containers. During July and August, a flood of deep blue-violet flowers unfolds, attracting a large number of bees, bumblebees, and butterflies with their unmistakable fragrance. The flowers are perfect for cutting into fresh summer bouquets, but are especially suitable for drying. If you harvest them when the first buds begin to open, they will retain their color and intense aroma for a very long time, allowing you to use them in sachets or pillows. 'Munstead' is a cultivar prized for its vitality and rich flowering, which even a beginner gardener can manage.

Lavenders are a necessity for every sunny herb garden. We classify them as subshrubs, and they are valuable for gardens due to their winter habit. They add not only color and structure to beds but also an unmistakable scent. They will look good with lower drought-loving grasses and perennials. A compact cultivar with a dark flower.