Description
LAVANDULA × intermedia ‘Provence’ or Lavender ‘Provence’ is one of the most iconic hybrid lavenders, widely associated with the sweeping purple fields of southern France. Known for its tall, elegant flower spikes, soft violet blooms, and strong, sweet fragrance, this cultivar is a favourite for both ornamental and commercial use. Its long stems and airy habit create beautiful movement in the garden, making it ideal for sensory borders, lavender avenues, cottage gardens, and large‑scale landscape designs.
Key Features:
Propagation method: Vegetative soft-wood cuttings.
Substrate: Jiffy peat-free propagation Mix.
Plug Size: 4.5cm.
Production system: Grown without artificial light or heating for hardened plants.
Flowers: Soft violet‑purple spikes held high above the foliage.
Foliage: Narrow, aromatic, silver‑grey leaves with a classic hybrid lavender scent.
Flowering period: Mid‑summer to early autumn (usually June–September).
Height: Up-to 90cm at maturity.
Spread: Up-to 70cm at maturity.
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK regions.
Pollinator value: Highly attractive to bees and beneficial insects.
Sensory value: Ideal for SEND gardens and therapeutic planting schemes.
Ecological impact: Grown in peat-free substrate with no artificial inputs, pollinator and wildlife-friendly.
Awards: Included in RHS lists of pollinator-friendly plants; selected for ecological value.
Planting & Care:
Prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly alkaline soils.
Drought-tolerant once established.
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Ideal for containers, borders, gravel gardens, and Pollinator/Wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
Commercial Notes:
LAVANDULA × intermedia ‘Provence’ are supplied as strong, well-rooted, hardy plug plants ready for potting into pots up-to 2lt formats.
Ideal for nursery, and wholesale formats and performs well in peat-free and organic programs.
Suitable for wildlife-friendly, sensory, and sustainable product ranges.
Plant Profile from Royal Horticultural Society:
Lavandula plants are not subject to VAT.
