Lavender
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking fragrant, pollinator-friendly blooms.
Discover the charm of Lavender, a highly fragrant shrub from Holly Days Nursery, celebrated for its aromatic foliage and striking spikes of purple or blue flowers. This versatile plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, sandy or rocky soil, making it a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant choice. Blooming from late spring through late summer, it's perfect for ornamental borders, herb gardens, or containers. Beyond its beauty, lavender offers culinary, medicinal, and aromatic benefits, while also attracting beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden.
$14.99
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#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
Size Available
1
/ gallon
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking a relaxing, fragrant garden sanctuary
- Eco-conscious gardeners supporting local pollinator populations
- Sustainable gardeners prioritizing low-water, drought-tolerant plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy clay soil or poor drainage
- Beginners intimidated by consistent annual maintenance requirements
- Residents living in consistently humid or tropical climates
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in arid conditions with minimal supplemental watering requirements.
Pollinator Attraction
A reliable magnet for local bees and butterflies throughout the season.
Maintenance Effort
Requires very little intervention once established in well-draining soil.
Fragrance Intensity
Delivers a potent, calming scent that lingers throughout the garden space.
Deer Resistance
Natural aromatic oils effectively deter browsing deer from your landscape.
Versatility
Equally effective in ornamental borders, herb gardens, or decorative containers.
Key Specs
Size Available
1 gallon
Bloom Color
Lavender-blue, purple, blue, white
Light Preference
Full sun
Soil Type Requirement
Sandy or rocky soils
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Lifespan
Perennial
Features
- Highly fragrant foliage and flowers
- Long bloom period of 2+ months
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Low-maintenance and drought tolerant
- Versatile culinary and aromatic uses
- Deer resistant
- Suitable for container planting
- Available in multiple varieties
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and robust health of the lavender plants upon arrival. The primary theme is reliability; buyers note the strong root systems ensure successful transplanting and vigorous growth, even for novice gardeners. The intense, authentic fragrance is frequently highlighted as a key differentiator, confirming excellent value for a premium nursery product that thrives year after year.
Know before you buy
Lavender needs well-drained soil to prevent root rot. It performs best in sandy or rocky soil types that mimic its native Mediterranean environment.
Yes, this variety is well-suited for container planting. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes and use a high-quality, well-draining potting mix to keep the plant healthy.
Lavender requires full sun to bloom effectively. You should place it in a location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight each day.
Yes, lavender is generally avoided by deer due to its strong, aromatic oils. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, it is a reliable choice for gardens in areas with high deer activity.
Yes, this is a perennial plant, meaning it is designed to return year after year. With proper care and the right soil conditions, it will establish itself and bloom consistently from late spring through late summer.
Lavender is an excellent choice for supporting local biodiversity. Its nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to beneficial pollinators, including bees and butterflies, which help support a healthy garden environment.
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