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Lamiaceae

Fern-Leaf Lavender

Lavandula multifida

Serenity and devotion.

Family
Lamiaceae
Genus
Lavandula
Native to
Mediterranean region, North Africa, Southern Europe
Bloom season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Type
Perennial subshrub
Height
30-60 cm
Sunlight
Full sun
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Water
Low
Hardiness
8-11
Lifespan
Perennial

Did you know

  • Fern-leaf lavender has deeply dissected leaves that look more like fern fronds than typical lavender foliage.
  • It blooms almost year-round in warm climates, unlike most lavender species.
  • The plant is more heat-tolerant than English lavender, thriving in hot, humid conditions.
  • Its flowers attract a wide variety of butterflies and bees.
  • Despite its delicate appearance, it is quite drought-tolerant once established.

Color meanings

0

Calmness

1

Devotion

2

Grace

Uses

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ornamental
  • Pollinator gardens
  • Dried flower arrangements