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Products > Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'   Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' - English Lavender      Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) Origin: Mediterranean (Europe) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Violet Bloomtime: Spring/Summer Height: 1-2 feet Width: 1-2 feet Exposure: Full Sun Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: < 0 °F Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (English Lavender) - Named after Hidcote Castle, this lavender is noted for its silvery grey leaves and rich violet-blue flowers. It is a slow grower to 12 to 18 inches tall and as wide. Flowers keep their rich color when dried. It is one of the most popular of the lavenders. It takes full sun, has low water needs, and is hardy to below - 10° F - considered to be the hardiest of the English lavender. Reportedly, the blooms are edible. Our plants from a seed strain called "Hidcote Superior". The original 'Hidcote' selection was made by Major Lawrence Johnston at Hidcote Manor prior to 1950.  The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.     [MORE INFO]