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Anouk Deluxe 169 Lavender: The Largest Anouk, in Four Tones
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Anouk Deluxe 169 lavender is the heavyweight of the Anouk family, growing to about 19 inches tall and nearly 21 inches wide. Its flower color is recorded in several tones at once: dark purple, dark violet-blue, red-purple and purple. Over gray-green foliage, that range gives the plant a rich, layered look, and the scent is strong and resinous.
It is Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk Deluxe 169', a Spanish lavender that starts flowering in early May and reblooms through the season.
Anouk Deluxe 169 at a glance
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk Deluxe 169' |
| Flower color | Dark purple, dark violet-blue, red-purple and purple |
| Foliage | Gray-green |
| Size | About 19 inches tall and 20.8 inches wide |
| Habit | Compact, upright and broadly spreading |
| Bloom | Starts early May, peaks late May, high rebloom |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 6a to 9b |
| Fragrance | Strong, resinous and camphor-like |
| Wildlife | Great for pollinators; deer resistant |
A centerpiece plant
Most Anouks are front-row plants. Anouk Deluxe 169 is big enough to stand alone. Put one in a large pot at the top of the steps, at the center of a sunny patio grouping or as the focal point of a gravel bed, and let smaller plants gather around it. The mix of red-purple and violet-blue tones also makes it easy to pair: pick up either color in nearby flowers or pots and the arrangement looks planned.
In the ground, it makes a fuller low hedge than the compact Anouks, with plants spaced about 20 inches apart.
Container size and planting
Give it a pot at least 14 to 16 inches across with a drainage hole and a gritty, fast-draining mix. Heavier pots in glazed ceramic or stone also keep a plant this size from tipping in summer storms. In the ground, choose full sun and sandy, gravelly or raised soil, and keep mulch off the crown.
Care through the season
- Water: regularly until established, then only when the top of the soil is dry. Large pots hold more water, so check before you pour.
- Deadheading: snip faded heads at the base of the stem. On a big plant, a quick shear after each flush is faster.
- Shaping: a light trim after the main flush keeps it dense. Avoid cutting into bare wood.
- Feeding: a light feed once or twice a season for containers.
Winter planning
It is rated for zones 6a to 9b, and Spanish lavender is generally less cold-hardy than English lavender. A large potted plant can be wheeled into a cool, bright, frost-free space such as an unheated sunroom for winter; water it sparingly until spring. A plant dolly under a big pot makes that move far easier on your back. The Frost Date Estimator helps time it.
Using the flowers
Grow it for presence, scent and pollinators. The heads are rated good for cut flowers and fair for drying, so cut a few for the table while deadheading. Culinary use is not recommended.
Choosing a plant format
It is offered as a 3-inch plug, a 4-inch pot or a 1-gallon pot. For a centerpiece pot this season, a gallon plant gives the fastest result. See the product page for current sizes and availability, and use Notify Me there if it is not available right now.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the biggest Anouk?
At about 19 by 21 inches, it is the largest of the Anouk lavenders on our list.
Why so many flower colors?
Its color is recorded across dark purple, violet-blue, red-purple and purple tones, which gives the plant a layered look rather than one flat shade.
Can it live in a pot long term?
Yes, with a large container, gritty mix and a cool, bright place for winter. Repot into fresh mix every couple of years.
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