Lavender 'The Queen'

How to grow Lavender 'The Queen' in NZ

Lavender 'The Queen' grows best in full sun and free draining soil to support strong flowering and healthy growth. Choose a warm, sunny site receiving at least six hours of direct light daily. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils, as lavender prefers dry, open conditions. Water young plants regularly, then reduce watering once established. It performs consistently in both coastal and inland gardens across New Zealand.

Lavender 'The Queen' care tips

Caring for Lavender 'The Queen' is simple and low maintenance. Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage fresh new shoots. Avoid cutting into older woody stems, as lavender reshoots best from younger branches. Once mature, water sparingly and avoid heavy fertilisers. A slow release fertiliser in spring will support strong seasonal blooming.

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

Lavender 'The Queen' typically reaches forty to sixty centimetres tall with a similar spread. Its upright yet compact shape makes it ideal for edging, low hedges, and container growing. Space plants forty to fifty centimetres apart for a cohesive and full planting effect. It grows at a moderate pace and forms a dense, fragrant shrub each season.

Landscaping uses for Lavender 'The Queen'

Lavender 'The Queen' suits cottage gardens, Mediterranean themes, sunny borders, and coastal landscapes. Its intense purple blooms pair beautifully with silver foliage plants, herbs, roses, and ornamental grasses. It works wonderfully along pathways where its fragrance can be enjoyed. This lavender also thrives in pots, adding colour, scent, and elegance to patios and entrances.

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

When you buy Lavender 'The Queen' from The Plant Company, you receive a strong, healthy plant grown with expert care. As New Zealand’s most trusted plant nursery, we provide premium lavender varieties selected for fragrance, colour, and reliability. Your plant is securely delivered nationwide and supported by helpful growing advice. Choose The Plant Company for dependable quality and long lasting garden beauty.