Lavender

Scientific Name: Lavandula spp. (Various species, commonly Lavandula angustifolia for English Lavender)

Common Name: Lavender

Exposure: Full sun

Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Use: Ornamental herb, aromatic flowers for crafts and essential oils

Plant Habit: Woody, perennial shrub

Companion Plants: Rosemary, sage, and thyme

Harvest: Harvest flowers for various uses; prune after flowering to maintain shape