Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk' PP16685

Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk' PP16685, commonly known as Anouk Spanish Lavender, is a delightful perennial that forms a neat, compact shrub with an upright habit. Recommended for hardiness zones 7 through 9, this plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. It exhibits excellent heat tolerance, making it well-suited for regions with warm temperatures. The Anouk variety is renowned for its striking deep purple flower spikes topped with whimsical violet flag-like bracts, offering a stunning contrast against its silvery-green foliage. Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established, this lavender cultivar reaches a mature height of approximately 18 to 24 inches. Its aromatic flowers and foliage make it a perfect choice for sensory gardens, pathways, and containers, where it will attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.