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Castilliano 2.0 White Lavender: Bright White Flags on Silver Foliage
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Castilliano 2.0 White lavender is a Spanish lavender in its simplest, cleanest color. White flower heads with upright white flags sit over silver to gray-green aromatic foliage on a slim, upright plant. It blooms early, reblooms freely and looks crisp in a planter from spring well into summer.
It is the white member of the seed-raised Castilliano 2.0 series of Lavandula stoechas, which also includes Lilac and Rose. Spanish lavenders love sun and heat, and they need winter protection where freezes run deep.
Castilliano 2.0 White at a glance
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula stoechas Castilliano 2.0 White |
| Flower color | White |
| Foliage | Silver to gray-green, aromatic |
| Habit | Upright and slim |
| Mature size | About 14 inches tall and 8 inches wide |
| Bloom | Starts early May, peaks mid-May in warm climates, high rebloom |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 7a to 9a |
| Fragrance | Moderate; resinous and herbal |
| Culinary use | Not recommended |
Designing with white Spanish lavender
White flowers do their best work at dusk. Long after colored blooms fade into shadow, white ones stay visible, which makes Castilliano 2.0 White a natural for planters beside a porch swing, a fire pit or a dinner table on the patio. Its silver foliage adds to the glow.
It is also a great mixer. White sits comfortably next to any color, so it can calm down a busy container or tie together hot pinks and purples. For a classic look, pair it with dark-leaved plants that make the white pop, or keep it all pale with silver trailing foliage.
Container planting and care
- Pot: drainage holes are essential. Use a gritty, fast-draining mix.
- Light: full sun.
- Spacing: about 8 to 10 inches apart in shared planters.
- Water: soak, then let the top of the mix dry before the next watering.
- Feeding: light, occasional feeding in summer is enough.
Like other Spanish lavenders, it does not need a winter chill to bloom, so a spring planting flowers quickly.
Deadheading matters more with white
Spent white flowers turn tan and show up more than faded purple ones do, so a quick weekly snip keeps the plant looking fresh. Cut each faded head back to the foliage; its high rebloom rating means new flowers follow. After a big flush, shape the whole plant lightly, staying out of bare wood.
Winter plan
In zones 7a to 9a, it can stay outdoors in a sunny, very well-drained spot. In colder regions, move the pot to a bright, cool, frost-free place before hard freezes and water sparingly until spring. Then harden it off gradually after your last frost; the Frost Date Estimator helps you pick the week.
Flowers and uses
Castilliano 2.0 White is rated good for fresh-cut flowers and fair for drying. White Spanish lavender looks charming in a small jar with a few sprigs of herbs. Its listed best use is u-pick style bundles, since it produces so many stems. Culinary use is not recommended. Pollinators visit it often, and deer tend to leave it alone.
Formats offered
Castilliano 2.0 White is listed as a 3-inch plug, a 4-inch pot or a 1-gallon pot. See the product page for current sizes and availability, and use Notify Me if it is not ready yet.
Frequently asked questions
Does white Spanish lavender smell the same as purple?
It shares the resinous, herbal Spanish lavender scent, at a moderate strength.
Why are my white flowers turning brown?
That is normal aging. Snip faded heads back to the foliage and new white blooms will follow.
What pairs well with it?
Its siblings, Castilliano 2.0 Lilac and Rose, share its size and make easy partners. The Compare tool shows them side by side.
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