French Lavender Spanish Lavender, Stoechas Lavender, Topped Lavender, Provence Lavender, Italian Lavender

Lavandula stoechas

French Lavender belongs to the Lavandula genus. French Lavender is also known as Spanish Lavender, Stoechas Lavender, Topped Lavender, Provence Lavender, Italian Lavender

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This is the plant grown commercially for its oils to be used in air fresheners and insecticides because its oils are harsher and more resilient.


Since its introduction to Australia, it has been deemed an invasive species. It was declared a noxious weed in Victoria in 1920.

French Lavender belongs to the Lavandula genus.

How to grow and keep French Lavender happy

How to sow and germinate French Lavender

How to transplant French Lavender

How to harvest French Lavender

Companion plants for French Lavender

These plants will grow well with French Lavender:

Repellent plants for French Lavender

These plants will not grow well with French Lavender so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common French Lavender pests

These pests are known to attack French Lavender plants:

Common French Lavender diseases & problems

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How long does French Lavender take to grow?

These estimates for how long French Lavender takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

When should I sow or plant French Lavender?

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French Lavender Etymology

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French Lavender Folklore

Other names for French Lavender

Spanish Lavender, Stoechas Lavender, Topped Lavender, Provence Lavender, Italian Lavender

Lavandula stoechas subsp. stoechas

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