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Lavandula angustifolia 'Thumbelina Leigh'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Lavandula angustifolia 'Thumbelina Leigh' (dwarf English lavender) bears medium blue and fragrant blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant has greyish green foliage that is evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, culinary, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Lavandula angustifolia 'Thumbelina Leigh' attracts butterflies to your garden. Lavandula angustifolia 'Thumbelina Leigh' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.