Melissa Lilac Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Dow4')

Melissa Lilac Lavender

The Melissa Lilac Lavender is characterized by a unique lilac coloring. It is the only one with this particular hue and grows from delightful sage green foliage. They have a sturdy tolerance for cold and humidity and exude a lovely, almost musky, fragrance. Gardeners enjoy their company around garden borders, and so do any neighborhood bumblebees.

Scientific classification

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

35 cm

Plant Height

30 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Melissa Lilac Lavender

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Melissa Lilac Lavender originates from the Mediterranean, thriving in well-drained soil and tolerating drought. Weekly watering suffices, with occasional misting indoors for humidity. As an evergreen, Melissa Lilac Lavender needs consistent moisture year-round to maintain its foliage, even during dormancy.

Fertilize: Melissa Lilac Lavender requires balanced fertilization with nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium for optimal health and bloom. Apply a slow-release formula in early spring, avoiding over-fertilization. Minimal fertilizer is needed in winter. Distribute evenly around the base for best results.

Pruning: Melissa Lilac Lavender features fragrant purple flowers and aromatic leaves, needing early to late spring pruning. Key techniques include trimming spent flower spikes and removing damaged stems, enhancing health and bloom density. Prune at optimal times for vigorous growth, referencing climate-specific guidelines for best practices.

Propagation: Melissa Lilac Lavender is a perennial that prefers well-draining soil and full sun. To propagate, take cuttings from healthy stems, apply rooting hormone, and plant in peat-perlite mix. Keep the substrate moist and provide indirect light until rooted, then transplant to the final location.

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