Plant Details

Lavandula latifolia

Spike Lavender, Broadleaved lavender

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General Information

Scientific name: Lavandula latifolia
Also known as: Spike Lavender, Broadleaved lavender

Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub
Size: Small
Height: 0.40 m
Width: 0.40 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: Evergreen

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Condiment
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Oil, Insecticide, Essential oil, Incense

Description

Leaves can be eaten raw and are often used as a spice in salads due to their intense aroma. However, be careful not to consume them in large quantities. The essential oil from the flowers is used to flavor food.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 15/07
End of Harvest: 15/08