Lavandula stoechas ‘Anouk Deluxe 1225’

Primavera Spanish Lavender

Lavandula stoechas 'Primavera’

Evergreen Perennial

Scented Serenity: Discover the Charm of Primavera Spanish Lavender
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'Anouk Deluxe 1225', commonly known as Primavera Spanish lavender, captivates with its enchanting fragrance and elegant violet blooms. This aromatic beauty stands out with its finely-textured, silvery-blue evergreen foliage, providing year-round interest in the garden. Its small leaves pair wonderfully with the strappy foliage of Yucca 'Color Guard' or the glossy green foliage of Bupleurum fruticosum. The Primavera variety is particularly prized for its vibrant, consistently fragrant flowers that attract pollinators while offering soothing essential oils. Known for its robust nature, Primavera is deer-resistant and boasts excellent drought tolerance, making it an ideal plant for sustainable gardening and low-maintenance landscapes.

Growing Essentials: Cultivating Your Spanish Lavender
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thrives in well-drained soil, preferring sandy or rocky conditions over heavy clay and showing a special affinity for full sun exposure. This Mediterranean native flourishes in USDA Zones 8-9, demonstrating its adaptability to warm climates. When planting, ensure your Spanish lavender enjoys good air circulation to prevent moisture buildup on its delicate stems and leaves. Regular pruning after flowering will encourage a bushier growth habit and repeat blooming.

Uses and Benefits: More Than Just a Pretty Flower
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Primavera Spanish lavender serves multiple purposes. Its potent fragrance not only elevates garden spaces but also acts as a natural essential oil source, ideal for relaxation and aromatherapy. Additionally, its deer-resistant properties make it a protective companion to more vulnerable plants. Incorporating Spanish lavender into your garden design will not only enhance its beauty but also support environmentally responsible gardening by attracting beneficial pollinators and resisting pests without chemical interventions.

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Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Low

Description

Size: 16 - 18 tall x 14 - 16 wide
Shape / Form: Mounding
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Attracts Bees, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Edible, Flowers, Fragrant, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest, Year-round Interest

Foliage Color: Silver / Gray, Green

Flower Color: Lavender / Lilac, Purple / Violet
Bloom Season: May, Jun, Jul, Spring, Summer


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Container, Cutting Garden, Groundcover, Hell Strip, Kitchen Garden, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Low Water / No Water, Medicinal / Therapeutic
Wildlife: Bees, Deer Resistant, Pollinators, Rabbit Resistant, Slug / Snail Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Late Spring / Early Summer
Position / Role: front of border
Plant Behavior: Tender

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: medium
Maintenance Tasks: Deadheading, Prune annually