Bring fragrant leaves, colorful summer blooms, and lively pollinators to your garden with easy-to-grow lavender.
Lavender is an evergreen shrub from the mint family known for its narrow grey-green foliage and tall summer flower spikes. Native to the Mediterranean, this sun-loving plant grows up to one meter tall. It sits comfortably in outdoor garden beds alongside companion plants like rosemary, thyme, and roses.
Growing lavender is simple, making it a wonderful choice for beginner gardeners. It requires full sun and very little water, handling dry, drought conditions with ease. Just keep in mind that while it is safe for humans, it is toxic to household pets.
Beyond its beauty, lavender offers wonderful rewards for cookery and wildlife. You can harvest its edible leaves and flowers for culinary uses. The fragrant purple, pink, or white blooms will also attract helpful bees and butterflies all summer long.