{"title":"Lavanders","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur lavender collection brings together hardy, fragrant plants for sunny, free-draining spots. It covers compact English lavenders (\u003cem\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e) for borders and edging, vigorous lavandins (\u003cem\u003eL. × intermedia\u003c\/em\u003e) with long, scented stems, and early-flowering stoechas types with their distinctive \"rabbit ear\" blooms. All are drought-tolerant once established, loved by bees and butterflies, and ideal for dry, resilient gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lavandula-stoechas-2","title":"Lavandula stoechas","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-kAz1tf\" class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eLavendula stoechas is a highly aromatic, velvet-leaved, drought resistant, flowering perennial know for its powerful essential oils.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe leaves are silver and fragrant, synonymous with any Mediterranean or dry gardens.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe flowers are pink to purple, produced at the top of slender, leafless stems 10–30 cm long - creating a illusion of blue butterflies swirling in the wind.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe plant itself is tall (she can grow up to 2m if you let her) and very stately.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGARDENING TIPS: Lavandula stoechas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavendar stoechas is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e the best lavendar for cooking as it has high levels of camphor which can taste soapy to some.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/:%20https:\/\/plantdavenir.com\/product\/lavandula-angustifolia\/\"\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/a\u003e , English Lavendar, if you are looking to cook - it is sweeter and floral, adding subtle character and depth to sweet and savory dishes alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis lavender does not enjoy the frost or having soggy roots - think about increasing drainage by adding inorganic mulch (such as clay beads or gravel) to your soil mixture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Tales \u0026amp; The Botany: Lavandula stoechas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavender essential oil, when diluted with a carrier oil, is commonly used as a relaxant with massage therapy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers of Lavandula stoechas are used in aromatherapy to prepare infusions and essential oils that contain ketones (d-camphor and d-fenchone) and alcohols. The ketone d-camphor is responible for the soapy flavor if you try to use this variety in your cooking or baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd you will have seen both the petals and the oil in handmade soap - it has historically been the most popular ingredient since the dawn of soap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flower was first recorded by Greek botanist Pedanius Dioscorides as the name\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan title=\"Greek-language text\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"el\"\u003eστοιχάς\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stoikhas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e,\u003c\/i\u003e originating on \u003ca title=\"Îles d'Hyères\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/%C3%8Eles_d%27Hy%C3%A8res\"\u003ethe Stoechades Islands\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-kAz1tf\" class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eSpanish lavender\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpain, France, Italy, Croatia\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lavandula","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56728178033013,"sku":"pda158","price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/files\/LavendulaStoechas_Ensemble.jpg?v=1770822879"},{"product_id":"lavandula-multifida-torch-blue","title":"Lavandula multifida 'Torch Minty Ice'","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavandula multifida 'Torch Minty Ice' is a delightful Lavender with an unusual form and delightful scents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe velvety, ferny foliage has a wonderfully unusual Oregano fragrance, while the trident flower heads are sweetly scented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers take the form of soft white tridents that contrast beautifully against the grey-green colour of the soft ferny foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare variety not often seen in our French gardens, this Lavender is a very water-wise choice for gardeners with limited water supply.\u003cbr\u003eIt is drought resistant, and revels in summer heat, and has a higher tolerance of humidity than some of the other lavenders.\u003cbr\u003eIt can tolerate light frosts, but will benefit from some overhead shelter in areas with heavier frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lavandula","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57536400261493,"sku":"pda159","price":7.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/files\/images2222.jpg?v=1789131851"},{"product_id":"lavandula-multifida-torch-minty","title":"Lavandula multifida 'Torch Blue'","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLavandula multifida 'Torch Blue' is a delightful Lavender with an unusual foliage and a wonderful oregano fragrance - not to mention the spectacular blooms!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe velvety, ferny foliage has a wonderfully unusual oregano fragrance, while the trident flower heads are sweetly scented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers take the form of soft blue-violet tridents that contrast beautifully against the grey-green colour of the soft ferny foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare variety not often seen in our French gardens, this variety of Lavender is a very water-wise choice for gardeners with limited water supply.\u003cbr\u003eIt is drought resistant, and revels in summer heat, and has a higher tolerance of humidity than some of the other lavenders.\u003cbr\u003eIt can tolerate light frosts, but will benefit from some overhead shelter in areas with heavier frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lavandula","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57566745198965,"sku":null,"price":7.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/files\/Screen_Shot_2024-03-26_at_11.48.43_AM.webp?v=1789132339"},{"product_id":"lavandula-x-intermedia-niko","title":"Lavandula x intermedia Phenomenal 'Niko'","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"gmail-kAz1tf\" class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eLavandula (x) intermedia 'Phenomenal' is a new hybrid lavandin variety selected for its ability to withstand - and even thrive - in the cold and damp that are characteristic of many French winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eAs this usually announces the death of our lavender friends, this hybrid is a wonderful solution to our scorching Mediterranean summers but our still-wet and freezing winters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eA long, abundant bloom of bright blue-violet flower spikes, wrapped in a powerful lavender fragrance, adds to the list of qualities of this truly exceptional variety. \u003c\/p\u003e\nThis variety offers a particularly long and abundant summer bloom, from July to August. Long, slender stems rise well above the mound of foliage, bearing long spikes of vivid blue-violet flowers that are highly attractive to bees.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003eIts evergreen leaves, aromatic when crushed, fairly broad and rounded, take on a silvery-grey color that becomes lighter the drier the soil. In cooler climates, what the plant gains in foliage and robustness, it loses in color intensity and fragrance. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lavandula","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57566840160629,"sku":"pda825","price":7.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/files\/LavandulaxintermediaPhenomenal_Niko_02.jpg?v=1789136187"},{"product_id":"lavandula-intermedia-exceptional","title":"Lavandula × intermedia 'Exceptional'","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-container\" class=\"gmail-\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-ob\" class=\"gmail-tw-src-ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmail-oSioSc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gmail-tw-target\" class=\"gmail-m1hag\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"gmail-kAz1tf\" class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eLavandula × intermedia 'Exceptional' is a modern white lavandin variety selected for its excellent resilience, compact growth, and a particularly bright white bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eShe will form a very dense, uniform, well-branched cushion of foliage - this makes it exceptionally great for edging or border tightening planting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gmail-g9WsWb gmail-PZPZlf\"\u003eIts evergreen, silvery-grey foliage stays decorative year-round. The leaves here are narrow and aromatic when crushed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lavandula","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57566868537717,"sku":"pda827","price":8.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/files\/Lavandula_x_intermedia_Exceptional.jpg?v=1789137268"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/7841\/5733\/collections\/LavandulaxintermediaPhenomenal_Niko.jpg?v=1791280128","url":"https:\/\/www.plantdavenir.com\/en\/collections\/lavanders.oembed","provider":"plant d'Avenir","version":"1.0","type":"link"}