Sweet Lavender (Lavandula heterophylla) | Honey-Scented Hybrid Lavender

Sweet Lavender

1 Gallon

$18.00

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Sweet Lavender

Lavandula heterophylla

A vigorous hybrid lavender with exceptionally sweet, honey-like fragrance, long flower spikes, and bright mint-green foliage.

$18.00

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Lavandula heterophylla is a vigorous, hybrid evergreen shrub prized for its exceptionally sweet fragrance, long flowering stems, and bright, mint-green foliage. This cross between English Lavender (L. angustifolia) and Portuguese Lavender (L. latifolia) forms an upright, bushy mound of linear, aromatic leaves that are smooth at the tips and subtly toothed near the base, with a distinctive bright, mint-green color. From late spring through summer, it produces long, slender, elegant flower spikes rising well above the foliage, covered in small, tubular, pale lavender-blue to soft purple blossoms. The flowers and foliage emit a sweet, herbaceous, distinctly honey-like lavender fragrance that is less camphorous than many other lavenders, making it highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. With its larger size, vigorous growth, and excellent tolerance for heat, drought, deer, and poor, well-drained soils, it is an outstanding choice for low hedges, borders, mass plantings, slopes, and containers.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Foliage & Flowers: Linear, bright mint-green, aromatic leaves (smooth tips, toothed near base); long, slender spikes of small, tubular, pale lavender-blue to soft purple flowers, blooming from late spring through summer .
Mature Height: 36-60 inches (3-5 ft)
Mature Spread: 36-60 inches (3-5 ft)
Growth Rate: Vigorous
Hardiness Zones: USDA 7-9 ; Sunset 8, 9, 12-24
Light Requirement: Full sun (essential for best growth and flowering)
Core Benefits: Exceptionally sweet, honey-like lavender fragrance, long elegant flower spikes, bright mint-green foliage, heat and drought tolerant, deer resistant.
Best Uses: Low hedges, borders, mass plantings, slopes, Mediterranean gardens, containers.

Q: How is Sweet Lavender different from English Lavender?
A: It has a sweeter, less camphorous, honey-like fragrance, longer flower spikes, larger size (3-5 ft), and bright mint-green foliage (vs. gray-green). Its scent is often described as more floral and sweet.

Q: How large does it get?
A: It is a larger lavender, typically reaching 3-5 feet in both height and spread at maturity.

Q: How much sun does it need?
A: For the densest growth, best fragrance, and most abundant flowers, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily).

Q: How much water does it need?
A: Once established, it is drought tolerant. Water regularly during its first year, then little to no supplemental water is needed. It requires well-drained soil.