lavender hidcote planting distance
Lavender Hidcote is a favourite in New Zealand gardens for its compact growth and vivid purple blooms. Getting the lavender Hidcote planting distance right is crucial for establishing a healthy, low-maintenance hedge, border, or feature in your outdoor space. Planting lavender too close together can cause poor airflow and disease issues, while too much space can leave your garden looking sparse. In this guide, we’ll cover the ideal planting distance for lavender Hidcote, plus helpful tips for healthy growth and lush displays.
Lavender dentata (French Lavender)
Lavandula dentata, commonly known as French Lavender, is the most common of the Lavender varieties. It is a compact shrub and features masses of short purple-blue flower spikes from spring through summer. The foliage is green-grey and complements the darker flowers nicely as it grows to 60 cm tall and the same width. Lavandula dentata is commonly used in cottage gardens, included in mixed plantings and borders, trimmed into a low hedge, mass planted as a groundcover, grown on a bank, or maintained in a container.
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Lavender angustifolia 'Hidcote'
Lavender 'Hidcote' is a stunning variety that grows as a compact shrub and carries masses of short, violet-purple flower spikes through spring and summer. The foliage is grey-green and complements the darker flowers nicely as it grows to 50 cm tall and the same width. Lavandula 'Hidcote' is commonly used in cottage gardens, included in mixed plantings and borders, planted around outdoor living areas, or maintained in a container. It is also well-suited to mass planting on a bank or using as a groundcover, and in both instances will produce an outstanding display.
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