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Lavandula angustifolia 'Alba'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Lavandula angustifolia 'Alba' (English lavender) bears showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid summer. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has greyish green and light grey foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured, evergreen and fragrant. The stems are aromatic.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Lavandula angustifolia 'Alba' tolerates drought and salt.