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LAAZ0001 Lavender: Early Blue English Lavender for Pollinator Beds
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LAAZ0001 lavender is an English lavender with blue to violet-blue flowers that gets an early start, opening in early June and peaking in mid-July. It grows bushy and erect to semi-erect, about 20 inches tall and wide, with foliage that ranges from gray-green to medium green.
It is Lavandula angustifolia, rated for USDA zones 5a to 9b, with a moderate floral scent carrying sweet herbaceous notes. It is documented as early flowering, and its long run from early June into July makes it a steady source of bloom for bees.
LAAZ0001 at a glance
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula angustifolia 'LAAZ0001' |
| Flower color | Blue to violet-blue |
| Foliage | Gray-green to medium green |
| Habit | Bushy, erect to semi-erect |
| Size | About 19.7 inches tall and 19.7 inches wide |
| Bloom | Starts early June, peaks mid-July; one long main flush |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 5a to 9b |
| Wildlife | Great for pollinators; deer resistant |
Planting for pollinators
Bees do best when something is always in bloom. LAAZ0001's early start and long main flush cover a good stretch of early summer, bridging the gap between spring flowers and the midsummer lavandins. Plant a group of five or more in a sunny spot and you will hear it before you see it on a warm morning.
To build a pollinator bed around it, pair it with later-blooming lavenders so the flowers keep coming, skip pesticides and leave a little bare, sunny ground nearby for ground-nesting bees. The Beekeeper Tools page has more planning help.
Cool blue in the garden
Blue-toned lavender looks cooler and calmer than deep purple. LAAZ0001 works well with white and pale pink lavenders, with silver-leaved plants and against warm brick or cedar. Its bushy, erect shape holds up nicely as a low hedge or in a sweep along a sunny slope.
Planting and care
- Sun: six to eight hours of direct sun.
- Soil: quick-draining; raise heavy clay.
- Spacing: about 20 inches apart for separate mounds, 16 inches for a hedge.
- Water: deeply during the first summer, then low needs.
- Feeding: little or none.
- Pruning: after the main flush fades, shear lightly in the leafy growth. Avoid cutting into bare wood.
- Winter: drainage first; keep heavy mulch off the crown.
Plan the year with the Care Calendar.
Cutting and drying
Its fresh and dried flower ratings are both good. Cut stems on a dry morning when the first flowers on each spike have opened, then use them fresh or hang small bunches in a dark, airy spot. Blue lavender dries to a soft blue-gray that suits rustic bundles and sachets. Culinary use is not recommended; choose a culinary-rated English lavender for the kitchen.
Plant formats
It is listed as a 3-inch plug, 4-inch pot and 1-gallon pot. See the product page for current sizes and availability, or sign up for Availability Alerts.
Frequently asked questions
Does LAAZ0001 rebloom?
It is listed as a single-flush lavender, but its bloom starts early and runs for weeks, from early June to a mid-July peak.
Is it hardy in Michigan?
Yes. It is rated for zones 5a to 9b, and good drainage carries it through winter.
How is it different from Antoine?
Both are early blue English lavenders. LAAZ0001 grows a little larger and bushier. The Compare tool shows them side by side.
Will deer eat it?
It is rated deer resistant, like most lavenders.
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