Sweet Romance Lavender

Sweet Romance Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Sweet Romance')

Sweet Romance Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Sweet Romance') is a compact, early-blooming perennial known for its rich, deep purple flowers and highly aromatic silver-green foliage. Ideal for borders, herb gardens, and containers, it adds classic fragrance, vibrant color, and pollinator-friendly beauty to sunny landscapes.

Distinctive Features

This variety blooms earlier than many other lavenders, producing rich, deep purple flower spikes from late spring into summer. The blooms are highly fragrant and perfect for cutting, drying, or crafting. Its compact, mounded form and silvery foliage provide structure and year-round interest, while the flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil.
• Water: Requires moderate watering; drought-tolerant once established.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9.

Ideal Uses

• Borders: Adds fragrance, color, and structure along pathways and edges.
• Containers: Perfect for sunny patios and balconies.
• Herb Gardens: Ideal for culinary, aromatic, or crafting use.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Water regularly during establishment; reduce frequency once established.
• Pruning: Trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.
• Fertilizing: Apply a light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring.
• Winter Care: Mulch in colder climates to protect roots.

Why Choose Sweet Romance Lavender?

• Early and Fragrant Blooms: Adds classic fragrance and vibrant color early in the season.
• Compact Growth Habit: Ideal for small spaces, borders, and containers.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives in dry, sunny conditions with minimal care.

For early-season beauty, aromatic blooms, and pollinator-friendly appeal, Sweet Romance Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Sweet Romance') is an excellent choice for borders, containers, and herb gardens.