Lavandula 'Regal Splendour' (PBR)
French lavender
From fat round flowerheads, delicate, upright flags emerge like butterfly wings and flutter in the breeze among grey-green...
A multitude of rich purple-blue heads, probably the most vibrantly striking purple of any lavender, topped with three evenly-spaced, ruffled flags in the same dark-purple
Plant description
As it's borderline hardy it is best grown in a container in colder areas of the country and should be over-wintered in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.
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, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Lavandula Regal Splendour (PBR):
GOES WELL WITH
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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