lavandula dentata plants for sale

Why Choose Lavandula dentata?

French Lavender’s unique toothed leaves and generous flower spikes set it apart from other types of lavender. It flowers from spring into autumn, attracting bees and butterflies to your garden while providing a calming, Mediterranean ambience. Lavandula dentata is ideal for aromatic pathways, herb gardens, and contemporary landscape designs. It copes well with poor soils and is highly resistant to dry conditions once established, making it a resilient option for busy or novice gardeners.

Where to Grow Lavandula dentata

Lavandula dentata thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for small gardens or containers on patios and balconies. You can plant it alongside other tough, sun-loving shrubs such as Calocephalus brownii (Cushion Bush) for a contrasting foliage display, or pair it with Pseudopanax Tuatara and Tasmannia lanceolata (Mountain Pepper) to create a diverse, low-maintenance shrub border.

Caring for French Lavender

Once established, Lavandula dentata is virtually maintenance-free. Occasional trimming after flowering helps encourage bushier growth and more flower spikes the following season. Regular watering during the first year ensures vigorous roots, but mature plants require very little moisture. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils and fertilise sparingly, as too much can reduce flowering. French Lavender also makes a beautiful companion for Camellia 'Black Tie' or Camellia Paradise Glow, adding both colour and fragrance to mixed shrub plantings.

Explore More Lavender Varieties

If you love the charm of French Lavender, consider expanding your collection with varieties such as Lavender 'Arabian Nights', known for its deeply coloured blooms, or Lavender 'Violet Intrigue' for its striking violet flower spikes. For traditional English lavender style, Lavender angustifolia 'Hidcote' remains a classic favourite. Or, try the bold flowers of Lavender stoechas 'Bandera Purple'. If you’re keen to support pollinators, Lavender 'Bee Brilliant' is perfect for attracting bees with its vibrant blossoms.

Buy Lavandula dentata in New Zealand

Discover Lavandula dentata plants for sale at our nursery and enjoy free expert advice on planting and care. Whether you’re looking to create fragrant borders, stylish container displays, or eco-friendly gardens, French Lavender is a versatile, rewarding choice for Kiwi gardens. Browse our exclusive range of lavender and companion shrubs to design a garden bursting with colour, scent, and life.