Lavandula pedunculata (Lavandula pedunculata)
Spanish Lavender (Lavandula pedunculata) is an aromatic evergreen shrub native to the Iberian Peninsula and Morocco, known for its striking purple flower spikes topped with prominent bracts.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering and compact growth.
Watering
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or gritty, alkaline to neutral pH. Avoid heavy clay soils.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and early summer.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best flowering and compact growth.
Tolerates partial shade but may become leggy.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Prefers sandy or gritty, alkaline to neutral pH. Avoid heavy clay soils.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 15-25 °C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.
Outdoor
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer in spring and early summer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1 m
Spread
0.6-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Gray-green
Leaf Type
Linear to lanceolate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyLamiaceae
- genusLavandula
- speciesLavandula pedunculata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.