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French Lavender

5 Gallon
$49.00
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French Lavender

Lavandula dentata, Toothed Lavender

A long-blooming lavender with unique toothed leaves, great for warm and humid climates.

$49.00
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

French Lavender is a distinctive and long-blooming shrub valued for its unique foliage and extended flowering season. Its most recognizable feature is its toothed, gray-green leaves which are softly aromatic. It produces flower spikes topped with small, purple flowers and larger, leaf-like bracts, and can bloom intermittently from spring through fall in mild climates. Less cold-hardy but more tolerant of humidity and varied soils than English lavender, it adds a relaxed, Mediterranean feel to the garden.

  • Distinctive Toothed (Dentate) Foliage: Features unique, serrated, gray-green leaves that are highly ornamental.

  • Long Blooming Season: Capable of producing flowers over many months, especially in frost-free climates.

  • Tolerant of Heat and Humidity: Performs better in humid summer conditions than most English lavenders.

  • Softer, Milder Fragrance: The scent is more camphorous and less sweet than English lavender.

  • Attractive to Pollinators: Its long-lasting flowers provide a reliable nectar source for bees and butterflies.

Knowing how we measure the size?

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.

Quick facts
  • Features:Linear, slender gray-green leaves with toothed edges and fine hairs, lightly fragrant. Produces short, aromatic blue-purple flower spikes that bloom year-round in mild climates.
  • Mature Height: 2-4 ft
  • Mature Width: 4-6 ft
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Extended blooming season,High heat and humidity tolerance,Drought resistant once established,Deer resistant
  • Landscape Uses:Low hedges,Mediterranean gardens,Mass plantings,Container gardens,Coastal landscapes
  • Special Care:Prune after flowering,Requires well-drained soil,Avoid overwatering,Fertilize sparingly
  • Seasonal Interest:Flowers: Intermittent year-round,Foliage: Evergreen
FAQs

Q: Can I use it for cooking?A: It isnot generally recommended for culinary use. French lavender (L. dentata) has a stronger, more camphor-like flavor compared to the sweeter English lavender (L. angustifolia). It is best used for ornamental purposes, potpourri, or dried arrangements.

Browse online or get recommendations

Shop by collection, or message us with photos and measurements of your space for tailored suggestions.

Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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