uk lavender plants Lavender Angustifolia Hidcote 2 Litre Pot — Grasslands Nursery

uk lavender plants Lavender Angustifolia Hidcote 2 Litre Pot — Grasslands NurseryLavandula Angustifolia Hidcote Iconic English Lavender for Fragrance and Form Lavandula angustifolia Hidcote is a much loved, compact English lavender known for its intense fragrance, silvery foliage, and deep violet blue flowers. A staple in cottage gardens, Mediterranean schemes, and pollinator friendly planting, it brings colour, scent, and structure to sunny borders, gravel gardens, and containers. Its neat, bushy habit and long lasting blooms

Lavandula Angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ – Iconic English Lavender for Fragrance and Form

Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ is a much-loved, compact English lavender known for its intense fragrance, silvery foliage, and deep violet-blue flowers. A staple in cottage gardens, Mediterranean schemes, and pollinator-friendly planting, it brings colour, scent, and structure to sunny borders, gravel gardens, and containers.

Its neat, bushy habit and long-lasting blooms make ‘Hidcote’ ideal for edging paths or planting en masse for a dramatic summer display. The richly aromatic foliage is evergreen in milder regions and looks attractive even when not in bloom. Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and adored by bees, this RHS Award-winning variety is both beautiful and beneficial.

Key Features

Foliage: Aromatic, silver-grey evergreen leaves
Ultimate Height: 0.1 - 0.5m
Ultimate Spread: 0.5 - 1m
Flowers: Spikes of deep purple-blue blooms from mid to late summer
Form: Compact and bushy – easy to shape and maintain
Scent: Highly fragrant – foliage and flowers alike
Pollinator-Friendly: Excellent for bees and butterflies

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Rosa ‘Gertrude Jekyll’ – classic romantic pairing

• Nepeta ‘Walker’s Low’ – soft and flowing complement

• Santolina chamaecyparissus – silvery tones and texture match

• Echinacea purpurea – bold colour contrast and summer bloom synergy

• Stipa tenuissima – gentle movement alongside tidy lavender mounds

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and gravel gardens

• Path edging and formal parterre planting

• Pollinator gardens and wildlife habitats

• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant designs

Growing Conditions

Position: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile soil
Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK
Maintenance: Prune lightly after flowering to keep shape and encourage bushiness; avoid over-watering

Why Choose Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’?

• Renowned for fragrance and rich purple flower colour
• Perfect for edging, mass planting, and containers
• Loved by bees and butterflies
• Evergreen interest and easy-care character

Lavender ‘Hidcote’ is a timeless favourite that blends traditional charm with modern reliability – a must-have for any sunny garden space where fragrance, colour, and structure are key.