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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) |
| Origin: Mediterranean (Europe) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Blue Violet |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Synonyms: [L. multifida canariensis, Hort.] |
| Height: 2-3 feet |
| Width: 4-5 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Summer Dry: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Lavandula 'Multifida' (California Lavender) - This is an open 3 foot tall evergreen shrub with gray-green leaves that are deeply lobed. Tall spikes of blue-violet flowers are produced in summer. All the lavenders appreciate full sun, good drainage and mild temperatures. They are relatively drought resistant and only require minimal watering to look their best. The name of this lavender has been a source of confusion for many years. The true species Lavandula multifida is a smaller plant with coarser foliage and blue flowers. Many nurseries call this plant Lavandula pinnata but we grow a true species of L. pinnata that is much different. After researching this issue and discussion with other Lavender growers it became clear that this plant is a hybrid and so we began calling this plant 'Multifida'. It is hardy down to about 15 degrees F. The flowers of this lavender are not recommended for human consumption.
The information on this page is based on research conducted about this plant in the San Marcos Growers library, from online sources, and from observations made of the crops growing in our nursery, plants in the nursery's garden and those in other gardens where we may have observed it. We also have incorporated comments received from others and welcome getting feedback from those who may have additional information, particularly if this information includes cultural information that would aid others in growing Lavandula 'Multifida'. |
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