Spanish Lavender (Lavandula Stoechas) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Lavandula stoechas is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its aromatic foliage and distinctive, tufted flower heads topped with showy bracts.

Spanish Lavender

Spanish Lavender

Lavandula Stoechas

Lavandula stoechas is a compact, evergreen shrub known for its aromatic foliage and distinctive, tufted flower heads topped with showy bracts.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spanish Lavender

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Prune
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae
Genus:Lavandula