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Anouk Deluxe 201908 Lavender: A Balcony-Size Mound of Dark Purple
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Anouk Deluxe 201908 lavender is a small, mounded Spanish lavender about seven and a half inches tall and nine inches wide. Its dark purple flowers are topped with lighter purple bracts, so each head has a two-step color, and the foliage is a fresh green. The fragrance is moderate, pleasant on a small balcony where a strong scent could crowd the space.
It is Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk Deluxe 201908', a Spanish lavender that blooms from early May and reblooms through the season.
Anouk Deluxe 201908 at a glance
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk Deluxe 201908' |
| Flowers | Dark purple with lighter purple bracts |
| Foliage | Green |
| Size | About 7.5 inches tall and 9.4 inches wide |
| Habit | Compact and mounded |
| Bloom | Starts early May, peaks late May, high rebloom |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 6a to 9b |
| Fragrance | Moderate, resinous and herbal |
| Wildlife | Great for pollinators; deer resistant |
Lavender without a yard
Balconies, apartment steps and rooftop patios are often hot, bright and windy, conditions lavender handles well as long as its roots drain. Anouk Deluxe 201908 stays small enough to share a railing planter or a narrow shelf, and its mounded shape looks finished without trimming. A sunny exposure is the main requirement; six hours of direct sun keeps it compact and flowering.
Wind dries pots fast, so on an exposed balcony choose a slightly larger or glazed pot that holds moisture a little longer, and check it daily in summer.
Potting it up
- Choose a pot with a drainage hole, 6 to 8 inches across for one plant.
- Fill with a gritty, free-draining mix; a handful of coarse sand or fine gravel in regular potting mix works.
- Set the plant at the same depth it grew in its nursery pot.
- Water thoroughly, then let the top inch dry before watering again.
- Skip saucers on a balcony, or empty them after every watering.
A thoughtful gift pot
A small potted lavender is a cheerful spring gift for a new neighbor, a teacher or anyone with a sunny window and no garden. Pot it in a simple clay or ceramic container and add a short care note: full sun, water when dry, snip off faded flowers. For more gift ideas from the farm, see lavender gifts.
Care and winter
Its rebloom rating is high. Pinch faded heads at the base of their stems every week or two and trim lightly after a heavy flush. A light liquid feed once or twice a summer is plenty.
Anouk Deluxe 201908 is rated for zones 6a to 9b, and Spanish lavender is generally less cold-hardy than English lavender. Small pots freeze quickly, so in cold areas bring it indoors before hard frost to a cool, bright window and water sparingly until spring. The Frost Date Estimator helps you time it.
Flowers for drying
It is rated good for dried flowers. Save the best heads when you deadhead and dry them on a screen out of direct sun for sachets or a small bowl of potpourri. 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. A 4-inch pot is just right for a gift. See the product page for current sizes and availability, and use Notify Me there if it is not available right now.
Frequently asked questions
Can I grow it on a north-facing balcony?
It will struggle. Lavender needs full sun, so a south- or west-facing spot is far better.
How is it different from Anouk Deluxe 201909?
They are close relatives. 201908 is smaller, about 7.5 inches tall, with dark purple flowers; 201909 grows to about 18 inches with purple flowers and light purple bracts.
Is the scent strong?
It is rated moderate, gentle enough for a small outdoor space.
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