Lavandula stoechas subsp. stoechas f. rosea 'Kew Red'
French lavender
One of the most eye-catching French lavenders, 'Kew Red' has fulsome flowerheads studded with tiny, bright cerise flowers....
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Plant description
One of the most eye-catching French lavenders, 'Kew Red' has fulsome flowerheads studded with tiny, bright cerise flowers. Delicate, pale pink, upright flags emerge from these blooms like butterfly wings and flutter in the breeze. The flowers persist for weeks from late spring above grey-green, aromatic, evergreen foliage. 'Kew Red' looks wonderful planted en masse in a protected, sunny border where its heady fragrance can be enjoyed, or in a container. Earlier flowering than English lavender, but associates well with them if you want to prolong the season of lavender in your garden. The flower-spikes are also a magnet for bees and other beneficial insects. In frost-prone areas, 'Kew Red' is best grown in a large container and overwintered indoors.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Lavandula stoechas subsp. stoechas f. rosea Kew Red:
Cut back the stalks after the flowers have faded to retain a compact shape. Carefully trim back in April, taking care not to cut into old wood.
April pruning of trees, shrubs and
climbers
Many shrubs, trees and climbers are showing signs of growth, so it is an ideal time to check them over for winter damage. If you feel they need a little care and attention, here are a few notes to use as a pruning guide. during April.
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