Lavandula angustifolia Imperial Gem
Imperial Gem is a lavender that has rich purple flower spikes held high above narrow, aromatic, grey-green leaves. This compact evergreen lavender is particularly lovely for using as a low hedge along paths and borders, perfuming the air as you walk past. Easy to grow – use in a gravel garden, or clip into a low hedge or, for a contemporary look, a formal sphere.
- Pot size: 2 L
- Height and Spread: 50cm x 50cm (1ft 7in x 1ft 7in) over 2 - 5 years
Imperial Gem is a lavender that has rich purple flower spikes held high above narrow, aromatic, grey-green leaves. This compact evergreen lavender is particularly lovely for using as a low hedge along paths and borders, perfuming the air as you walk past. Easy to grow – use in a gravel garden, or clip into a low hedge or, for a contemporary look, a formal sphere.
Increasingly in its role as a herb, lavender is being used in recipes, not just for puddings, biscuits and fudge, but also for use with pork recipes.
- Flowers: July to September
- Hardy
- All soil types
- East, South or West facing
- Full sun
Plant in spring in well drained soil, with full sun. Cut back after flowering to prevent woody stems but avoid cutting into old wood.