Grosso Lavender is a compact woody evergreen perennial with highly aromatic silver-green leaves popular for potpourri. The square stems end with unusually large clusters of intensely fragrant deep violet flowers through summer.  Grows best in full sun and dry to medium well drained alkaline soils.  Drought resistant.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Well drained soils is essential to prevent root rot- mulch with rocks to combat high humidity.  Susceptible to leaf and root rot.  Deadheading will promote continued blooms.  Toxic to pets.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Water Gardens, Rock Gardens, Xeriscape Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Aster, Sedum, Rose

IMAGE: Photo by Couleur Lavande, Lavandula x Intermedia 'Grosso' (Lavandin)