Lavandula X Intermedia 'Phenomenal' Lavender
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Lavandula x Intermedia 'Phenomenal' Lavender is a popular variety of lavender that is known for its hardiness, prolific blooms, and long blooming season. It is a hybrid lavender, meaning that it is a cross between English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) and Portuguese lavender (Lavandula latifolia). This gives it the best qualities of both parents, making it a very versatile and easy-to-grow plant.
'Phenomenal' lavender is a vigorous grower that can reach heights of 3-4 feet and widths of 4-6 feet. It has a bushy, rounded habit and is covered in long spikes of lavender-blue flowers from spring to fall. The flowers are highly fragrant and attract butterflies and bees.
'Phenomenal' lavender is very tolerant of heat, cold, and drought. It is also resistant to most pests and diseases. This makes it a great choice for gardeners in all regions.
Here are some tips for growing Lavandula x Intermedia 'Phenomenal' Lavender:
- Choose a sunny or partially shady location with well-drained soil.
- Amend the soil with compost or manure before planting.
- Water the plant regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
- Prune the plant in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or diseased branches.
With proper care, Lavandula x Intermedia 'Phenomenal' Lavender will thrive for many years and provide you with beautiful blooms and a sweet fragrance all season long.
Here are some additional tips for using Lavandula x Intermedia 'Phenomenal' Lavender in your landscape:
- Plant 'Phenomenal' lavender in a border or as a specimen plant.
- Use 'Phenomenal' lavender to create a hedge or screen.
- Plant 'Phenomenal' lavender in a container on your patio or deck.
- Combine 'Phenomenal' lavender with other colorful plants, such as roses, hibiscus, and bougainvillea, to create a stunning garden display.
- Use the flowers from 'Phenomenal' lavender to make potpourri, sachets, and other fragrant crafts.
Lavandula x Intermedia 'Phenomenal' Lavender is a beautiful, versatile, and easy-to-grow plant that is perfect for any landscape.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
