I think the hardest part of growing Lavender is waiting out the winter to see if any of the 85 Lavandula angustifolia “Hidcote” variety cuttings I planted last fall, survived.

I am happy to report a 94% success/survival rate!

The Hidcote variety (as seen in the photo) is in a mixed flower bed that runs the length of Lavender Hill’s driveway and is south-facing.

“Lavandula angustifolia” means the species is a “true” or “common” (English) Lavender

“Hidcote” is a specific “variety” of true Lavender

HIDCOTE

Origin: Hidcote Manor, France early 1920’s

Characteristics: dark Blue Flower, Green Foliage

Stem Length: 6-8 inches

Hardiness: Zones 5-9