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Grosso French Lavender
Best drought-tolerant perennial for gardeners seeking fragrant, pollinator-friendly blooms.
The Grosso French Lavender is a vigorous, large-growing hybrid known for its profuse mid-summer blooms of fragrant, dark blue flower spikes. This perennial shrub is ideal for drying, culinary uses, and attracting pollinators like honeybees and butterflies. Its attractive gray-green foliage adds visual appeal, and it's a waterwise choice once established. While it offers good cold hardiness, it requires well-drained soil and is best suited for climates without excessive humidity. This plant is a beautiful and functional addition to any garden.
$10.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
28
/ 2513
#28 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Ships As
5
/ Potted Plant (" Deep Pot)
Who it's for
- Homeowners wanting a fragrant garden that naturally repels insects
- Crafters and florists creating dried arrangements or essential oils
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance, drought-resistant, and pest-proof plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavy clay or poorly draining soil
- Busy gardeners unable to commit to annual maintenance pruning
- Home cooks looking for lavender suitable for culinary use
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A magnet for honeybees and butterflies throughout the summer season.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives with minimal supplemental water once the root system is established.
Fragrance Intensity
Delivers a potent, classic lavender scent perfect for drying and culinary.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from grazing on your garden beds.
Climate Versatility
Struggles in high humidity but excels in dry, well-drained environments.
Growth Vigor
A robust, fast-growing hybrid that fills garden space with ease.
Key Specs
Ships As
Potted Plant (5" Deep Pot)
Mature Height
30-32 inches
Mature Spread
36-48 inches
Soil Type Compatibility
Well-Drained Soil, Sandy Soil, Low Fertility Soil
USDA Hardiness Zones
6-10
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
Non-GMO
No
Features
- Profuse dark blue flower spikes
- Fragrant flowers for drying and culinary use
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Waterwise once established
- Long bloom time into mid-summer
- Vigorous growth habit
- Drought tolerant
What customers say
Grosso French Lavender garners praise for its exceptional quality and consistent reliability. Gardeners appreciate its vigorous growth and the intensely aromatic, long lasting fragrance. This lavender establishes easily and demonstrates remarkable hardiness in various climates, offering excellent value. Customers trust its performance, frequently observing that the plant thrives and produces abundant blooms year after year, making it a dependable choice for a beautiful and fragrant garden.
Know before you buy
No, this variety performs best in drier climates. It requires excellent drainage and struggles in areas with high humidity, which can lead to root rot or fungal issues.
Given its mature spread of 36 to 48 inches, you should space these plants at least three to four feet apart to ensure proper air circulation and accommodate their vigorous growth.
Yes, Grosso French Lavender is highly fragrant and well-suited for culinary use. It is a popular choice for drying and adding to recipes, sachets, or floral arrangements.
While it needs regular watering during its first season to establish a root system, it is considered waterwise and drought-tolerant once mature. It prefers to stay on the drier side, especially in sandy or low-fertility soils.
No, Grosso French Lavender is not considered pet-safe. It is best to plant it in areas of your garden that are inaccessible to curious cats or dogs.
Yes, it is an excellent choice for supporting local ecosystems. The dark blue flower spikes are highly attractive to honeybees and butterflies throughout the summer months.
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