Lavender
Lavandula
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 18, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Lavender
Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is a fragrant, drought-tolerant Mediterranean subshrub with silvery foliage and aromatic flower spikes that attract bees and butterflies. English lavender (L. angustifolia) struggles in NE Florida's heat and humidity; heat-tolerant species such as French lavender (L. dentata), Sweet lavender (L. heterophylla), or the hybrid 'Phenomenal' perform best in zone 9b. Starting at $2.49.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Alkaline, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun; a little afternoon shade in summer helps in NE Florida's intense heat. Lavender requires at least 6 hours of direct sun for best fragrance and bloom.
Water deeply but infrequently; allow soil to dry between waterings. Lavender does not tolerate wet feet — excess moisture and high humidity cause root and stem rot. Avoid wetting foliage and keep mulch away from the crown.
Requires sharply drained, lean sandy soil with pH above 6.0. In NE Florida's sandy soils lavender can thrive if drainage is excellent. Fertilize very lightly or not at all; rich soils reduce fragrance and promote disease. In zone 9b, choose heat- and humidity-tolerant species such as Lavandula dentata, L. heterophylla, or the hybrid 'Phenomenal' rather than English lavender.
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Common questions
Is Lavender a good plant for St. Augustine?
Lavender is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with low salt tolerance, reaching 12-24 inches × 12-24 inches (varies by species).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.