planting lavender in august Lavandula angustifolia 'Princess Blue' | Potted Lavender Plant

planting lavender in august Lavandula angustifolia 'Princess Blue' | Potted Lavender PlantPrincess Blue is a compact English lavender valued for its bright flower color, classic fragrance, and dependable garden performance. Young plants grow upright and well shaped, forming a neat shrub with dense gray green foliage. As plants mature, the habit can relax slightly, creating a fuller, more natural look without becoming unruly. Flower spikes are a vivid violet blue and rise on sturdy 1215 inch stems. The fragrance is pleasant and

Princess Blue is a compact English lavender valued for its bright flower color, classic fragrance, and dependable garden performance. Young plants grow upright and well-shaped, forming a neat shrub with dense gray-green foliage. As plants mature, the habit can relax slightly, creating a fuller, more natural look without becoming unruly.

Flower spikes are a vivid violet-blue and rise on sturdy 12–15 inch stems. The fragrance is pleasant and traditional—well suited for culinary use in moderation as well as fresh and dried arrangements. Bloom typically occurs from July into early August, providing strong mid-summer color.

We chose Princess Blue for our own lavender rows because of its reliable growth, attractive color, and versatile use. 

WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT

• Bright violet-blue flowers
• Compact size that fits easily in gardens
• Classic English lavender fragrance
• Good stem length for cutting
• Suitable for culinary use in moderation
• Proven performer in field plantings 

HOW IT GROWS

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Moderate during establishment, low once established
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
• Growth habit: Upright when young, fuller with maturity

SIZE & BLOOM

• Height × Width: ~2 ft. × 2 ft.
• Stem length: ~12–15 inches
• Flower color: Violet-blue
• Bloom time: Mid-summer (July to early August)
• Fragrance: Pleasant, classic English lavender

PLANTING TIPS

• Plant in full sun for best flowering and form
• Choose soil with excellent drainage
• Avoid heavy or consistently wet soils
• Space plants to allow airflow as they mature

CARE MADE EASY

• Prune after flowering to maintain shape
• Remove dead stems in early spring
• Avoid cutting into old woody growth

BEST USES

• Garden beds and borders
• Lavender rows and small plantings
• Fresh bouquets
• Drying and light craft use
• Culinary applications in moderation

HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choose Princess Blue if you:

• Want a compact English lavender
• Prefer bright violet-blue flowers
• Enjoy harvesting flowers for multiple uses
• Like plants that perform well both young and mature