
Lavandula - Wikipedia
Lavandula (common name lavender) is a genus of 47 known species of perennial flowering plants in the sage family, Lamiaceae. [1] It is native to the Old World, primarily found across the drier, warmer …
How to Grow Lavender: Guide to Planting and Care - The Spruce
Sep 12, 2025 · Lavender (Lavendula spp.) is a popular, fragrant perennial with gray-green foliage, upright flower spikes, and a compact shrub growth habit that reaches about three feet. Flowers …
Lavender: How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Lavender Flowers | The …
3 days ago · Learn how to plant, grow, and harvest lavender. We’ll also discuss which varieties are edible and how to propagate lavender. The commonly cultivated lavender is the common or English …
Lavandula - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox
Lavendula is the lavender genus with about 47 species in the Lamiaceae (mint) family and is native to Europe. Flowers and leaf shapes will vary per species. Size also varies and they may grow 1 to 4 …
Lavandula Plant Growing & Care Guide for Gardeners
Nov 26, 2023 · The Lavandula genus, part of the Lamiaceae family, includes perennial plants native to the Mediterranean region. Recognized for their fragrant flowers and gray-green foliage, these plants …
Growing Lavender (Lavandula) | How to Grow Lavender Plants
With over three-dozen species in the Lavandula family, it can be a challenge to select the one that best serves your needs. How do you choose between the types of Lavender commonly referred to as …
English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) - Gardenia
Lavender is a broad term that refers to the Lavandula genus, which includes many species. English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is one specific species known for its sweet fragrance and hardiness.
The Lavandula Guide – Plant Detectives
Lavender, scientifically known as Lavandula, is a fragrant, drought-tolerant perennial beloved for its silvery foliage, spiked blooms, and soothing scent. It’s equally at home in herb gardens, cottage …
Lavender | Plant, Herb, Uses, Essential Oil, & Facts | Britannica
Nov 14, 2025 · lavender, (genus Lavandula), genus of about 30 species of plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae), native to countries bordering the Mediterranean. Lavender species are common in herb …
Lavandula angustifolia - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
Lavandula angustifolia, commonly called English lavender, has been a mainstay of herb gardens for many years. Despite its common name, it is not in fact native to England, but comes primarily from …