Lavender ‘Avonview’ (Italian Lavender – Lavandula stoechas)
Lavender ‘Avonview’ is one of the most popular Italian lavender varieties, celebrated for its intense purple flower spikes topped with distinctive “rabbit ear” bracts. With its long blooming season, strong fragrance, and heat tolerance, it brings vibrant colour and perfume to any sunny garden.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Lavender ‘Avonview’
✔ Striking purple blooms - Produces vivid, eye-catching flower spikes for months on end.
✔ Long flowering season - Often flowers from late winter well into summer.
✔ Highly fragrant - Foliage and flowers offer a strong, aromatic lavender scent.
✔ Heat and drought tolerant - Perfect for Australian gardens and coastal conditions.
✔ Compact, neat shape - Forms a tidy mound that suits both beds and containers.
🏡 How to Use Lavender ‘Avonview’ in Your Garden
✅ Pathways and borders - Adds structure, colour, and scent along garden edges.
✅ Pots and courtyard gardens - Thrives in containers thanks to its decorative form and perfume.
✅ Mediterranean, coastal, and cottage gardens - A natural fit for hot, sunny, low-water landscapes.
✅ Feature in mass planting - Creates a dramatic, colourful display when planted in groups.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 50cm apart for a continuous, full border; closer spacing creates a more solid lavender line.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Lavender ‘Avonview’
How tall does Lavender ‘Avonview’ grow?
It typically grows 60 to 80cm tall and wide, forming a rounded, compact shrub.
Does it flower for a long time?
Yes, Italian lavenders such as Avonview have some of the longest flowering periods of all lavender types.
Is it good for pots?
Absolutely, it performs exceptionally well in containers and is often used as a decorative patio plant.
Does it tolerate humidity?
Better than English varieties, but it still prefers airy, well-drained conditions.
How often should it be pruned?
Light trimming after each flush of flowers helps maintain a neat shape and prolong blooming.
🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?
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