Princess Lavender (Butterfly Lavender) is a compact, fragrant perennial shrub that produces distinctive purple flower spikes topped with showy pink bracts, perfect for adding Mediterranean charm to water-wise gardens, containers, and borders while attracting butterflies and bees. This hardy drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for Western Cape gardens where continuous blooms and aromatic foliage are desired. The compact growth habit makes it ideal for small gardens, pots, and edging along pathways. Plant 50-60cm apart for mass plantings or use as specimen plants in containers and herb gardens. Feed annually in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Learn more about creating a scented and fragrant garden or discover how to plant herbs for you and the bees to support local pollinators with aromatic plants like Princess Lavender.
Botanical Name | Lavandula stoechas 'The Princess' |
Growth Expectancy
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60cm H x 60cm W
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Position
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Sun
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Water Smart | Yes |
Indigenous | No |