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Common name: "French Grey Lavender"
Latin name:
Lavandula dentata 'Candicans'

French Grey Lavender - Lavandula dentata Candicans

Zone: 8 - 9 Annual

Native to area:
No

Growth habit:
Upright bush to 36" in height.

Flowers: Yes, small fragrant bluish-purple flowers.

Companion plant-able:
Yes
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured Herb: French Grey Lavender 
Lavandula dentata 'Candicans'
Herbs Cultural information: "French Gray Lavender" is not winter hardy in Colorado. It is best to grown in a container outdoors during the spring and summer in full sun. Move indoors to a sunny window before first frost. 

Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer while the plant is actively growing. Feed bi-monthly while resting. The pictured French Grey Lavender took over two years to grow.

Uses: Aromatic, Cosmetic, Craft, Culinary, Medicinal and Ornamental
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest the fragrant flowers of French Grey Lavender for potpourri at any time. To dry the entire plant hang in small bunches upside down in a shaded, warm area.

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