Big Time Blue Lavender

Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia 'Big Time Blue'

Common Name: Big Time Blue Lavender

Exposure: Full sun

Height: Approximately 45–60 cm (18–24 inches)

Width: Around 45–60 cm (18–24 inches)

Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 inches)

Attracts: Bees and butterflies

Flavour: Sweet, aromatic lavender

Use: Ideal for ornamental landscaping, culinary applications, and aromatherapy

Plant Habit: Compact, bushy shrub

Harvest: Begin harvesting flowers once fully bloomed; regular pruning encourages dense growth

Companion Plants: Rosemary, thyme, and sage

General Information: 'Big Time Blue' is a cultivar of Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as English lavender. Renowned for its vibrant blue-purple blooms and aromatic foliage, this variety is well-suited for both ornamental gardens and culinary use. Lavender thrives in well-drained soil with full sun exposure and is drought-tolerant once established. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, lavender is valued for its essential oils, which are utilized in aromatherapy and various products.