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Products > Lavandula x intermedia 'Alba'   Lavandula x intermedia 'Alba' - White Lavandin      Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) Origin: Mediterranean (Europe) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: White Bloomtime: Summer Parentage: (L. angustifolia x latifolia) Height: 2-3 feet Width: 2-3 feet Exposure: Full Sun Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F Lavandula x intermedia 'Alba' (White Lavandin) - This hybrid (L. angustifolia x L. latifolia) grows to 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. Flower spikes have white petals and gray-green sepals in green bracts with a tinge of purple. It appreciates a sunny location, good drainage and has low water needs. It is hardy to 15° F. Reportedly, the blooms are edible.  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]