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French lavender

How to identify French lavender (Lavandula dentata)

French lavender, also known as Toothed lavender

French lavender is a conspicuous and robust herbaceous perennial. It has a maximum height and width of approximately 3 feet (91 cm) and 5 feet (152 cm), respectively. Its foliage is distinctive, with gray-green leaves that display pronounced toothed margins. The plant’s blooms are delicate pale lavender-blue, presented in short spikes that may be visible for most of the year, with a flowering peak in the fall and early winter months. These blooms are set off by the shrub’s ability to flourish in full sun and its adaptability to low-water conditions. Resilient in colder climates, french lavender can withstand temperatures down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit (-6 degrees Celsius). Despite its appealing flowers, they are not considered suitable for culinary use.

Lifespan

Lifespan: Perennial

Plant Type

Plant Type: Herb, Shrub

Leaf Type

Leaf Type: Evergreen

Quickly Identify French lavender

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Robust herbaceous perennial reaching 3 feet (91 cm) tall and 5 feet (152 cm) wide.

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Distinctive gray-green leaves with pronounced toothed margins.

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Delicate pale lavender-blue blooms on short spikes, visible most of the year.

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Thrives in full sun, adaptable to low-water conditions, and cold-hardy to 20°F (-6°C).

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Not recommended for culinary use despite its appealing flowers.

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Detailed Traits of French lavender

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Key Facts About French lavender

Attributes of French lavender
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb, Shrub
Plant Height
60 cm to 1 m
Spread
1 m
Leaf Color
Green
Gray
Flower Color
Purple
Blue
Mauve
Stem Color
Green
Purple
Blue
Leaf type
Evergreen
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Scientific Classification of French lavender

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French lavender (Lavandula dentata)
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Distribution Map of French lavender

French lavender is native to the Mediterranean regions and the northeastern part of Africa. It has also been introduced to and naturalized in regions of southern Europe, parts of Australasia, and select Mediterranean climates. Furthermore, french lavender is cultivated in various areas, which sometimes align with these aforementioned introduced regions.
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