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Products > Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso'   Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso' - Purple Lavandin      Habit and Cultural Information Category: Shrub Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) Origin: Mediterranean (Europe) Evergreen: Yes Flower Color: Blue Violet Bloomtime: Summer/Fall Parentage: (L. angustifolia x latifolia) Height: 1-2 feet Width: 1-2 feet Exposure: Full Sun Drought Tolerant: Yes Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso' (Purple Lavandin) - This lavender is the most commonly used to extract lavender oil. The flower spikes are compactly covered with violet-blue flowers that bloom in the summer through fall. This plant grows to about 2 feet by 2 feet, is drought tolerant, and appreciates a sunny location. It is hardy to about 15 degrees F. Reportedly, the blooms are edible. This is a great dark lavender for the garden and for cutting sachets.  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]