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LAVP1385 Lavender: Mauve-Pink Butterfly Blooms from Spring to Summer
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LAVP1385 lavender is a selection of butterfly lavender, Lavandula pedunculata, with mauve-pink flowers. Butterfly lavender is usually known for long flower stalks, but this one breaks the mold: it has a low, dense, erect habit with short peduncles, so the pink heads sit close to the foliage on a tidy plant about 24 inches tall and wide.
Repeat flowering is its standout trait. Documentation records blooms from April through August in suitable conditions.
LAVP1385 at a glance
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula pedunculata LAVP1385 |
| Flower color | Mauve-pink |
| Foliage | Green |
| Habit | Low, dense and erect, with short flower stalks |
| Size | About 24 inches tall and 24 inches wide |
| Bloom | Starts early May, peaks early June, high rebloom; documented April to August |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 8a to 8b |
| Fragrance | Moderate; resinous, camphor and eucalyptus-like |
A pink lavender for the long haul
Plenty of pink lavenders bloom beautifully for a few weeks. LAVP1385 is built for a longer run, with a high rebloom rating and a documented season stretching from spring into late summer. In a northern container, that means color soon after you set it out and repeated flushes through summer if you keep up with deadheading.
The mauve-pink tone is softer than a hot pink, which makes it easy to pair with purple lavenders, white flowers and silver foliage. Its dense habit keeps the plant looking full rather than open and leggy.
How to grow it in Michigan
A zone 8a to 8b rating is far milder than a West Michigan winter, so plan on a pot or a one-season planting.
- Pot: 12 to 14 inches with drainage holes, filled with a gritty, fast-draining mix.
- Sun: full sun all day.
- Water: water deeply, then wait until the top inch or two dries.
- Feeding: a light feed in midsummer supports repeat bloom.
- Deadheading: because the stalks are short, snip each faded head just above the foliage.
Overwintering
Bring the pot indoors before a hard frost. A cool, bright room or frost-free sunroom works better than a warm, dim one. Water sparingly and skip fertilizer until spring. When nights stay above freezing, harden it off outdoors over a week before putting it back in full sun. The Frost Date Estimator helps you plan both moves.
Cutting, drying and design
It is rated good for fresh and dried flowers. Short stalks suit small posies and table arrangements rather than tall vases. For drying, hang small bundles in a dark, airy spot to help the pink hold. In the garden, try it as a pink centerpiece in a pot surrounded by trailing silver plants, or as a soft accent near purple English lavenders. Culinary use is not recommended.
It comes as a 3-inch plug, a 4-inch pot or a 1-gallon pot. See the product page for current sizes and availability.
Frequently asked questions
Why are the flower stems so short for a butterfly lavender?
Short peduncles are a documented trait of this selection, giving it a low, dense look.
How long does it bloom?
Documentation records flowering from April through August with repeat flushes. In a northern pot, expect bloom through most of the outdoor season.
Is it hardy in Michigan?
No. It is rated for zones 8a to 8b, so grow it in a pot or as an annual.
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