{"product_id":"italian-lavender-lavandula-stoechas-avonview","title":"Italian Lavender - Lavandula stoechas 'Avonview'","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItalian Lavender (Lavandula stoechas 'Avonview')\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant a tough, aromatic shrub that flowers for months and shrugs off dry summers? 'Avonview' is a standout Italian lavender with rich purple flower heads topped by showy petal 'ears', held high above silvery-green foliage. It flowers early and heavily, drawing bees and adding cottage charm to sunny borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Why Gardeners Love Italian Lavender\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e - vivid purple blooms from late winter through spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eAromatic foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e - silvery leaves release a fresh lavender scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eDrought hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e - thrives on low water once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eBee friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e - a magnet for bees and beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ \u003cstrong\u003eCompact and neat\u003c\/strong\u003e - tidy mounding habit ideal for borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏡 How to Use Italian Lavender in Your Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLow hedge\u003c\/strong\u003e - mass plant for a fragrant, informal border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eCottage gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e - pair with roses and salvias for classic charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003ePots and troughs\u003c\/strong\u003e - perfect for sunny patios and balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eWater-wise beds\u003c\/strong\u003e - anchor dry, sunny gardens with colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Planting \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun in free-draining soil; avoid wet, heavy ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 40-50cm apart for a low hedge; ideal for mass planting in packs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Planting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn or spring while conditions are mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water to establish, then only during dry spells. Prune lightly after flowering to keep it compact and avoid woodiness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❔ FAQs About Italian Lavender\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from English lavender?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItalian lavender flowers earlier and for longer and carries distinctive petal 'ears' on top of each bloom. It also copes better with humidity than English types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I stop it going woody?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrim lightly after each flush, cutting into green growth rather than old wood. Regular light pruning keeps the plant compact and free flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for mass planting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Planted 40-50cm apart it forms a soft, fragrant low hedge, which is why it is offered in convenient packs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube","offer_id":54737995858239,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":54737995891007,"sku":null,"price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/italian-lavender-lavandula-stoechas-avonview-ba3e6f.jpg?v=1785941011","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/italian-lavender-lavandula-stoechas-avonview","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}