Plant Database
Meerlo Lavender
Lavandula allardii ‘Meerlo’
Meerlo Lavender, Lavandula allardii ‘Meerlo’ is grown for its dramatic foliage, not just its flowers. The bright golden-yellow and green variegated leaves create year-round visual interest, especially in sunny, dry landscapes where color contrast matters most.
Unlike traditional English lavenders that are valued mainly for fragrance, ‘Meerlo’ functions as a landscape shrub with bonus blooms, making it an excellent choice for modern gardens, Mediterranean designs, and water-wise planting schemes.
Why gardeners choose ‘Meerlo’:
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Golden variegated foliage that stands out all year
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Evergreen structure in mild coastal and inland climates
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Excellent drought and heat tolerance
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Naturally compact and well-shaped growth habit
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Deer-resistant and low maintenance