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Common name: "Spanish Butterfly Lavender"
Latin name:
Lavandula stoechas 'Quasti'

Spanish Butterfly Lavender - Lavandula stoechas Quasti
Zone: 7 - 9 Annual

Native to area:
No, Portugal and Spain

Growth habit:
Small upright bush to 24" in height and width.

Flowers: Yes, dark purple spikes.

Companion plant-able:
Yes
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured Herb: Spanish Butterfly Lavender 
Lavandula stoechas 'Quasti'
Herbs Cultural information: "Spanish Butterfly Lavender" is not winter hardy here in Colorado. 

Plants should be grown in containers outdoors during the growing season and moved indoors to a very sunny window before first frost. Feed plants monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer when actively growing, feed bi-monthly while resting.

Uses: Aromatic, Cosmetic, Craft, Culinary, Medicinal and Ornamental
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest the fragrant flowers of Spanish Butterfly Lavender for potpourri at any time. 

To dry the entire plant hang it in small bunches upside down in a shaded, warm area.

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