{"product_id":"bella-rouge-italian-lavender-lavandula-stoechas-bella-rouge","title":"Bella Rouge Italian Lavender - Lavandula stoechas 'Bella Rouge'","description":"\u003cp\u003eBella Rouge Italian Lavender (\u003cem\u003eLavandula stoechas\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bella Rouge') is a compact, long flowering lavender around 50cm high and wide, with vibrant reddish purple flowers and pale pink tufts. Bred in Australia for bushy, dense flowering plants, it blooms from autumn to spring in milder climates. It is the lavender for gardeners who want warmth in the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant, warm colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reddish purple flowers with pale pink tufts bring a livelier tone to a lavender planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense, bushy flowering.\u003c\/strong\u003e It was bred to carry plenty of blooms on a small, rounded plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonths of colour.\u003c\/strong\u003e In milder climates the flowering runs from autumn to spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun and heat hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e It copes with heat and drought, and should survive a light overnight frost once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to place.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 50cm it works in pots, courtyards and narrow beds without crowding anything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunny courtyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e Group three to five plants 40cm apart in a paved courtyard bed, where reflected heat suits them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStepover edges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40cm apart in a row beside a path, a drive or a bed of herbs to make a low, flowering border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge pots.\u003c\/strong\u003e One plant in a big, free draining pot gives a fragrant feature, and you can move it to catch the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Bella Rouge Italian Lavender in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun and free draining soil. It is right at home in cool dry climates, handles heat and drought, and should come through a light overnight frost once established. It tolerates lower light, with a reduction in flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid wet feet. On heavy soil, plant into a raised bed or a mound of gritty mix, and keep mulch off the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water regularly for the first 12 weeks, then back off. Feed once a year after flowering with a slow release fertiliser to maintain compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune twice a year, removing no more than a third of the foliage and avoiding old wood. Cutting above green leaves keeps the plant rounded and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Bella Rouge Italian Lavender as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly. Tube stock is the simple, economical way to plant a bed or a row, and it grows away quickly in warm weather. Young plants travel well, so unpack them promptly and water them in. Expect a small, leafy plant, with the vivid flowers following as it grows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lavender\"\u003eShop our lavender collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/lavender-care-guide-australia\"\u003eLavender care guide for Australia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-balconies\"\u003ePlants for balconies and courtyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-plants\"\u003eMore flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I prune it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwice a year, taking about a third of the foliage each time and finishing above green leaves. Skip this and the plant opens up in the middle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it cope with a hot summer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it handles heat and drought. Give it free drainage and good airflow, and avoid overhead watering in humid weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 40cm apart for a continuous low edge. For a looser mounded look, allow 50cm between plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a pet friendly plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Lavender is mildly toxic to dogs and cats, and eating a good amount can cause vomiting. Keep it away from animals that chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67787263738175,"sku":"LAV-STO-BELLAR-tube","price":15.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/bella-rouge-italian-lavender-lavandula-stoechas-bella-rouge.jpg?v=1792154738","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/bella-rouge-italian-lavender-lavandula-stoechas-bella-rouge","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}