Lavender 'The Princess'

How to grow Lavender 'The Princess' in NZ

Lavender 'The Princess' thrives in full sun and free draining soil for the best flowering results. Choose a warm, open position that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils, as lavender prefers dry, airy growing conditions. Water regularly while young, then reduce watering once established. It performs well in both coastal and inland gardens throughout New Zealand.

Lavender 'The Princess' care tips

Caring for Lavender 'The Princess' is easy and rewarding. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a compact shape and encourage new growth. Avoid cutting back into older woody stems, as lavender reshoots best from younger branches. Once established, water sparingly and avoid excessive feeding which can soften growth. A light dose of slow release fertiliser in spring supports reliable seasonal flowering.

Lavender 'The Princess' size, spacing, and growth rate

Lavender 'The Princess' typically grows forty to sixty centimetres tall with a similar spread. Its compact, upright habit makes it suitable for borders, edging, and decorative pots. Space plants forty to fifty centimetres apart for a full and cohesive display. It grows at a moderate pace, forming a dense and fragrant shrub that flowers reliably each year.

Landscaping uses for Lavender 'The Princess'

Lavender 'The Princess' suits cottage gardens, sunny borders, Mediterranean themed landscapes, and coastal positions. The vivid pink blooms pair beautifully with silver foliage plants, herbs, grasses, and soft flowering perennials. It thrives along pathways where its fragrance can be enjoyed. This lavender also performs well in pots, bringing colour, scent, and structure to patios, decks, and entrances.

Why buy Lavender 'The Princess' from The Plant Company?

When you buy Lavender 'The Princess' from The Plant Company, you receive a strong, healthy plant grown with care and expertise. As New Zealand’s most trusted plant nursery, we supply premium lavender varieties chosen for fragrance, colour, and reliable performance. Your plant is securely delivered nationwide and supported with practical growing advice. Choose The Plant Company for long lasting beauty and dependable quality.