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Lavender 'Munstead'

Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' · Shrub

Hardiness
H5 Hardy — cold winter (to −10 to −15°C)
Position
Full sun
Height × Spread
45 cm × 60 cm
Soil
well-drained neutral to alkaline soil; tolerates acidic conditions; chalky / alkaline / well drained / light / sandy
Flowering
June–August
Toxicity
No specific toxicity is listed by the RHS. This is not a guarantee of safety — check with a vet or the ASPCA before pets or children eat any plant.

The Gardening Year

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

Root rot (Phytophthora): Plant in free-draining soil and avoid overwatering; improve drainage with grit if necessary.

Powdery mildew: Ensure good air circulation by pruning annually and avoid wetting foliage when watering.

Vine weevil: Apply nematodes to the soil in autumn or use biological controls like Steinernema feltiae.

Winter dieback: Avoid pruning in autumn in cold regions and ensure the plant is sited in a sheltered, well-drained spot.

Slugs and snails: Use slug pellets, beer traps, or hand-pick pests at night to protect new growth.

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