Lavandula intermedia ‘Deep Blue’ – Deep Blue Lavender is a fragrant, drought-tolerant perennial prized for its richly colored deep violet-blue flower spikes and silvery-green aromatic foliage. Blooming from mid to late summer, this long-lasting, pollinator-friendly lavender attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an essential addition to pollinator gardens, herb gardens, and cottage-style landscapes. Known for its high oil content and soothing scent, Deep Blue Lavender is perfect for fresh-cut bouquets, dried arrangements, and herbal uses. This deer-resistant, low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and well-drained, sandy or rocky soils, making it an ideal choice for drought-prone areas and water-wise gardens.

Why Choose Lavandula intermedia ‘Deep Blue’ – Deep Blue Lavender?

• Intensely Fragrant & Pollinator-Friendly: Deep violet-blue blooms attract bees and butterflies while filling the garden with a soothing scent.
• Drought-Tolerant & Deer-Resistant: Thrives in dry conditions with minimal watering and repels deer and rabbits.
• Perfect for Culinary & Herbal Uses: Ideal for making essential oils, sachets, teas, and floral arrangements.

Cultivating Tips:

• Best grown in full sun for optimal flowering and fragrance.
• Prefers well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; avoid heavy, wet soils.
• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage reblooming.

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

Lavandula intermedia ‘Deep Blue’ is perfect for rock gardens, borders, and mass plantings. Its elegant purple flower spikes contrast beautifully with roses, ornamental grasses, and other drought-tolerant perennials. Plant along walkways, patios, or garden beds where its fragrance can be enjoyed, or use it as a low hedge for formal and Mediterranean-style gardens.

Ecological Benefits:

While Lavandula intermedia ‘Deep Blue’ is not a native species, it provides an excellent nectar source for pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its deep-rooted nature improves soil structure and prevents erosion, making it a sustainable addition to xeriscapes and eco-friendly landscapes.

Since Lavandula intermedia ‘Deep Blue’ is not a native species, consider these native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Monarda fistulosa – Wild Bergamot – A fragrant, pollinator-friendly native perennial with lavender-pink blooms that attract bees and butterflies.
• Liatris spicata – Blazing Star – A tall, drought-tolerant native perennial with vibrant purple spikes loved by pollinators.
• Echinacea ‘Kim’s Knee High’ – Kim’s Knee High Coneflower – A compact, long-blooming native coneflower that attracts butterflies and supports pollinators.