Dilly Dilly Lavender
Introducing the Dilly Dilly Lavender, a charming shrub that forms a lovely spherical shape, reaching up to 20 inches tall and spreading 24 inches wide. It graces your garden with highly fragrant, violet-blue flower spikes throughout the summer, making it ideal for cut flowers and crafting. This hardy, low-maintenance variety thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, tolerating heat, drought, and poor soil conditions. It's a favorite for pollinators like bees and butterflies, while also deterring deer and rabbits, making it a versatile addition to perennial beds, borders, or containers.
$10.98
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
2498
/ 2688
#2498 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-72%
Below average
Mature Height
1820
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Highly Aromatic & Versatile
- Excellent Pollinator Magnet
- Drought and Pest Resistant
Who should skip it
- Requires Specific Soil Conditions
- Needs Regular Pruning
- Limited Cold Hardiness
Key Specs
Mature Height
18-20 inches
Mature Spread
18-24 inches
Bloom Season
Summer
Evergreen Type
Semi-Evergreen
Watering Needs
Low
Soil Type
Well-Drained, Loamy, Sandy
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 5-9
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Features
- Highly fragrant violet-blue flower spikes
- Compact, spherical shrub shape
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Deer and rabbit repellent
- Tolerates heat and drought
- Excellent for cut and dried flowers
- Low maintenance and easy to grow
- Suitable for mass or container planting
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Dilly Dilly Lavender for its robust, calming fragrance, which often surpasses expectations compared to other varieties. Its compact growth habit makes it excellent for borders and containers. Reviewers appreciate the plant’s resilience once established, noting healthy arrival and quick adaptation. The core delight centers on the intense aroma and long term garden pleasure. A minor concern involves the initial size of starter plants relative to the cost. Success is also tied to regional climate and proper initial care, as some struggled in humid or poorly drained settings. Overall, the consensus confirms this lavender is a worthwhile purchase for enthusiasts seeking strong scent and beautiful blooms.
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