Lavandula angustifolia Hidcote Blue (Lavender) - H20 cm | Pot Ø12 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my lavender not flowering or flowering very little? Two main causes: lack of sunlight (it needs at least 6 hours of direct sun per day) or excess nitrogen fertilizer which promotes foliage at the expense of flowers. Move it to a sunnier spot and limit fertilizer use. Insufficient pruning can also reduce flowering over time.
Is Hidcote Blue lavender cold-hardy? Yes, Lavandula angustifolia Hidcote Blue is hardy down to -15 degrees C in the ground. In pots, the roots are more exposed to frost — protect the container with a frost cloth or move it closer to a sheltered wall during severe cold.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🌸 Intense violet-blue flower spikes • 🌿 Aromatic silvery foliage • ☀️ Full sun essential • 💧 Light watering • 📏 H20 cm | Pot Ø12 cm • ❄️ Hardy down to -15°C • 🦋 Honey plant • 🐾 Non-toxic
Lavender Hidcote Blue (Lavandula angustifolia) is a compact lavender with a powerful fragrance and flower spikes of a violet-blue almost indigo color. Its silvery gray-green evergreen foliage releases its essential oils at the slightest touch. Its flowering from June to August attracts butterflies and bees — a plus for the biodiversity of your balcony or terrace.
Hardy, drought-tolerant, and very easy to care for, it is one of the most reliable aromatic plants for a Mediterranean urban garden in full sun. Discover it in our selection of plants for balconies and terraces.
Exposure & location
Lavender Hidcote Blue is a sun-loving plant — without at least 6 hours of direct light per day, it will become leggy and flower little. This is its non-negotiable requirement.
- Ideal exposure: full sun — south or southwest-facing balcony or terrace.
- To avoid: partial shade and shade which reduce flowering, fragrance, and plant longevity.
- In a pot: preferably choose a terracotta or light ceramic pot — porous materials regulate moisture better and prevent root overheating.
- Substrate: well-draining — universal potting soil mixed with 30% sand or gravel.
- Hardiness: resistant down to -15 °C — protect the pot from severe cold in winter.
The sunnier its location, the more flower spikes it will have and the stronger its fragrance. Heat concentrates the essential oils in the foliage — gently rub the leaves to release it.
Watering & care
- Watering: light — water only when the substrate is dry deep down.
- Frequency: once a week during hot summer weather, every 2 weeks in spring and autumn, very little in winter.
- Drainage: essential — pot must have drainage holes, clay pebbles at the bottom, saucer always emptied.
- Fertilizer: light in spring, use flowering plant fertilizer. Avoid excess nitrogen, which promotes foliage at the expense of flowers and fragrance.
- Pruning: after flowering, cut back faded flower stems and trim the foliage by about one-third to maintain a compact shape.
- Harvest: pick the spikes at the start of flowering to dry them — tie into bouquets and hang upside down in a dry, airy place.
Lavender hates stagnant moisture — it’s the main cause of pot mortality. Perfect drainage is more important than watering frequency. When in doubt, always wait an extra day before watering.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The Lavender Hidcote Blue is a plant that is decorative, aromatic, and useful. It naturally fits into a Mediterranean or minimalist setting.
- Solo on a sunny balcony: in a terracotta pot, it instantly brings an aromatic and colorful atmosphere. Discover our ideas for balconies and terraces.
- In an aromatic arrangement: pair it with rosemary, thyme, or sage from our aromatic plants selection to create a fragrant and functional herb corner.
- With other sun-loving plants: combine it with a Calamondin or an olive tree for a cohesive Hardy Mediterranean urban garden ensemble.
- Ideal pot: natural terracotta, stoneware, or beige ceramic — warm, porous materials enhance its aromatic character.
Its flowering from June to August naturally attracts pollinators — place it near your other flowering plants to encourage biodiversity on your terrace.
Verdeia Tips
- Foliage yellowing or blackening at the base: excess moisture — this is the number one symptom of poor drainage or overwatering. Reduce watering immediately, empty the saucer, and check that the pot’s bottom drains well.
- Weak flowering: lack of sun or excess fertilizer — without 6 hours of direct sun, lavender will not flower abundantly. Too much nitrogen fertilizer promotes foliage at the expense of flowers. Move to a sunnier spot and limit feeding.
- Bare and woody growth: lack of pruning — lavender becomes bare at the base if not pruned regularly. Cut back by one third after each flowering — never into old wood, always on the green part.
- Prune after flowering, never late autumn — pruning too late in autumn exposes new shoots to frost. Wait until spring if you missed the post-flowering pruning.
- Protect the pot in winter — Hardy in the ground, potted lavender is more vulnerable because the roots are exposed to frost. Insulate the pot with a cover or move it closer to a sheltered wall.
- 🐾 Non-toxic — lavender is safe for dogs and cats. It is even one of the most pet-friendly aromatic plants.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote Blue'
- Common names: True lavender, English lavender, Common lavender
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Origin: Mediterranean basin
- Pot diameter: 12 cm
- Approximate height: 20 cm
- Adult size: 40–60 cm in height and spread
- Flowering: June to August, intensely fragrant blue-violet spikes
- Foliage: evergreen, aromatic silvery gray-green
- Exposure: full sun — minimum 6 hours of direct sunlight per day
- Watering: low — very drought resistant
- Hardiness: down to -15 °C
- Care: easy (annual pruning recommended)
- Toxicity for animals: non-toxic
- Properties: aromatic, melliferous, decorative, Hardy
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The intensity of the color of the spikes and the density of the flowering naturally vary depending on exposure and season.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.