Lavandula stoechas
French lavender is characterized by unique flower heads topped with floral bracts or "ears." It blooms early in spring and thrives in hot, dry climates.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Lavandula stoechas, commonly known as ‘Spanish lavender’ or ‘Butterfly Lavender’, belongs to the Lamiaceae family and is valued for its aromatic foliage and distinctive bracted blooms that resemble butterfly wings. Thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate fertility offering exceptional heat and drought tolerance once established. Ideal for Mediterranean-style gardens, patio containers, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, it provides both ornamental beauty and fragrant appeal.
Stick cuttings promptly, avoid excess mist, and maintain 65°–68°F (18°–20°C). Keep pH at 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed 50 ppm N early, increasing to 100 ppm N. Apply fungicide at sticking and week 2; avoid overwatering to reduce Botrytis risk.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Lavandula stoechas Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Lavandula stoechas series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Annuals |
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| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Lavandula stoechas, part of the Lamiaceae family, is known for its distinctive, flag-like bracts atop stout flower spikes and highly aromatic foliage. This evergreen perennial herb thrives in full sun, well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. With excellent heat and drought tolerance, Lavandula stoechas blooms from mid-spring to early summer, making it a favorite for Mediterranean gardens, dry borders, and decorative pots that need striking, early-season aromatic blooms. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Establish early at 65-68°F (18-20°C) to bulk. If bulking for spring sales, many varieties benefit from dropping temperatures to 40-50°F (4-10°C) for vernalization. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 1.0-1.5, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow media to dry moderately between waterings to encourage deep root systems. Fungicide drench recommended at transplant. |
| Growth Habit | Upright / Bushy |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Quarts, Gallons, Containers |
| Flowering Season | Spring to Early Summer |
Commercial Lavandula stoechas Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Lavandula stoechas lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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LAVEANNA™ Series
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- Early Flowering
- Compact growth with large flowers
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LAVEANNA™ series
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