= Water twice per month or less, once established.
= Water about once per week, once established.
= Water about twice per week, once established.
= Water three days per week, or more.
Use the plant water needs as a guideline. Actual plant water needs will vary for several reasons, including weather conditions, soil type, sun exposure, root depth, wind and elevation. Adjust your watering schedule as needed to meet the plants' needs at your site. Water recent transplants more often than established plants.
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Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'
low
blue
June to July
8 to 12 in.
8 to 12 in.
No
species native to western Mediterranean
sun
USDA zones 5-8
hardy to 8,500 ft.
Hidcote lavender grows as a compact, drought-tolerant, bushy shrub. Being one of the cold-hardiest English lavenders available, it is able to survive Colorado Springs winters. This plant grows best in a very sunny, hot location.
In July, spikes of fragrant, deep purple flowers grace slender flower stalks. When crushed, the grey-green, short, narrow leaves emit a lovely scent as well. Its flowers are arranged more tightly on the stem than 'Munstead.' The flowers attract bees.
Hidcote lavender has been growing at the Cottonwood Creek Garden for quite a few years. It is a reliable plant, highly aromatic, and has attractive flowers. If it gets too much shade, it flops and doesn't flower much.
Remove faded flowers to promote continued bloom. In spring, cut back dead growth and shape for symmetry.
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