Anouk Purple Medley Lavender - 1 Gallon
- Dark violet flower spikes topped with clear purple “flags” for bold, butterfly-like color
- Blooms are larger and more abundant than other Anouk varieties—excellent for containers
- Aromatic gray-green foliage helps deter deer and rabbits
- Compact evergreen lavender that blooms from spring through summer and attracts pollinators
Anouk Purple Medley Lavender (Lavandula stoechas ‘Anouk Purple Medley’) is a standout Spanish lavender prized for dramatic dark violet flower spikes crowned with clear purple “flags.” With larger, more abundant blooms than other Anouk selections, it delivers showy color for months—making it an exceptional choice for patio containers, sunny borders, and low plantings where you want maximum impact without a lot of upkeep. Its aromatic gray-green foliage offers classic lavender appeal while naturally discouraging deer and rabbits. Plant in full sun and fast-draining soil, water to establish, then let the soil dry nearly between waterings for a healthy, long-lived evergreen display.
Plant Snapshot
- Botanical name: Lavandula stoechas ‘Anouk Purple Medley’
- Plant type: Evergreen Spanish lavender
- Growth habit: Compact, upright
- Best feature: Purple “flagged” blooms
Bloom Color & Form
Dark violet flower spikes are topped with clear purple “flags,” creating a distinctive, high-contrast look that reads beautifully in both pots and beds.
- Flower color: Purple
- Flower attribute: Showy flowers
Bloom Season
Enjoy a long span of seasonal color—this Spanish lavender blooms from spring through summer.
- Bloom time: Spring through summer
Why It’s Special
Flowers are larger and more abundant than other Anouk varieties, making it an outstanding choice for containers and sunny landscape plantings.
- Excellent container performer for patios, porches, and entries
- Strong visual impact in borders and low plantings
Size & Spacing
Compact proportions make this lavender ideal for smaller gardens, path edging, and container groupings.
- Mature height: 14–18 in.
- Mature width: 12–14 in.
Sunlight Requirements
Full sun promotes the best flowering and a tight, compact habit.
- Light: Full sun
Watering Guidance
Lavender prefers a “soak and dry” routine. Allow the soil to go almost dry between waterings to support healthy roots.
- Water: Let soil go almost dry between waterings
- Year 1: Water regularly to establish a strong root system
- After establishment: Reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought
Soil & Planting Tips
Fast drainage is essential. Plant slightly high and use gravel mulch to keep crowns dry and healthy.
- Soil: Lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline
- Mulch: Gravel mulch recommended
- Planting tip: Set crowns slightly above soil level
- Avoid: Heavy or soggy soils
Pruning & Maintenance
Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and supports strong growth for the next season.
- Prune: Lightly after flowering
- Goal: Promote next season’s growth and keep a tidy habit
Pollinators & Garden Benefits
A pollinator-friendly lavender that is especially attractive to bees during its bloom season.
- Special feature: Attracts pollinators
- Garden benefit: Great for wildlife-friendly sunny plantings
Deer & Rabbit Resistance
Aromatic foliage helps deter common garden browsers, making it a reliable choice for many landscapes.
- Deer resistant
- Rabbit resistant
Landscape Uses
Use this compact Spanish lavender to edge borders, brighten containers, and add structure and fragrance to sunny garden spaces.
- Landscape use: Border
- Landscape use: Container
Foliage
Gray-green foliage stays attractive year-round in mild climates and adds a soft, silvery texture to designs.
- Foliage color: Gray-green
- Evergreen: Yes
Hardiness & Product Details
Key planning details for placement and regional performance.
- USDA zones: 6–9
- Growth rate: Moderate
Plant Patent Notice
Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
- Dark violet flower spikes topped with clear purple “flags” for bold, butterfly-like color
- Blooms are larger and more abundant than other Anouk varieties—excellent for containers
- Aromatic gray-green foliage helps deter deer and rabbits
- Compact evergreen lavender that blooms from spring through summer and attracts pollinators
Anouk Purple Medley Lavender (Lavandula stoechas ‘Anouk Purple Medley’) is a standout Spanish lavender prized for dramatic dark violet flower spikes crowned with clear purple “flags.” With larger, more abundant blooms than other Anouk selections, it delivers showy color for months—making it an exceptional choice for patio containers, sunny borders, and low plantings where you want maximum impact without a lot of upkeep. Its aromatic gray-green foliage offers classic lavender appeal while naturally discouraging deer and rabbits. Plant in full sun and fast-draining soil, water to establish, then let the soil dry nearly between waterings for a healthy, long-lived evergreen display.
Plant Snapshot
- Botanical name: Lavandula stoechas ‘Anouk Purple Medley’
- Plant type: Evergreen Spanish lavender
- Growth habit: Compact, upright
- Best feature: Purple “flagged” blooms
Bloom Color & Form
Dark violet flower spikes are topped with clear purple “flags,” creating a distinctive, high-contrast look that reads beautifully in both pots and beds.
- Flower color: Purple
- Flower attribute: Showy flowers
Bloom Season
Enjoy a long span of seasonal color—this Spanish lavender blooms from spring through summer.
- Bloom time: Spring through summer
Why It’s Special
Flowers are larger and more abundant than other Anouk varieties, making it an outstanding choice for containers and sunny landscape plantings.
- Excellent container performer for patios, porches, and entries
- Strong visual impact in borders and low plantings
Size & Spacing
Compact proportions make this lavender ideal for smaller gardens, path edging, and container groupings.
- Mature height: 14–18 in.
- Mature width: 12–14 in.
Sunlight Requirements
Full sun promotes the best flowering and a tight, compact habit.
- Light: Full sun
Watering Guidance
Lavender prefers a “soak and dry” routine. Allow the soil to go almost dry between waterings to support healthy roots.
- Water: Let soil go almost dry between waterings
- Year 1: Water regularly to establish a strong root system
- After establishment: Reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought
Soil & Planting Tips
Fast drainage is essential. Plant slightly high and use gravel mulch to keep crowns dry and healthy.
- Soil: Lean, loose, fast-draining, slightly alkaline
- Mulch: Gravel mulch recommended
- Planting tip: Set crowns slightly above soil level
- Avoid: Heavy or soggy soils
Pruning & Maintenance
Light pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and supports strong growth for the next season.
- Prune: Lightly after flowering
- Goal: Promote next season’s growth and keep a tidy habit
Pollinators & Garden Benefits
A pollinator-friendly lavender that is especially attractive to bees during its bloom season.
- Special feature: Attracts pollinators
- Garden benefit: Great for wildlife-friendly sunny plantings
Deer & Rabbit Resistance
Aromatic foliage helps deter common garden browsers, making it a reliable choice for many landscapes.
- Deer resistant
- Rabbit resistant
Landscape Uses
Use this compact Spanish lavender to edge borders, brighten containers, and add structure and fragrance to sunny garden spaces.
- Landscape use: Border
- Landscape use: Container
Foliage
Gray-green foliage stays attractive year-round in mild climates and adds a soft, silvery texture to designs.
- Foliage color: Gray-green
- Evergreen: Yes
Hardiness & Product Details
Key planning details for placement and regional performance.
- USDA zones: 6–9
- Growth rate: Moderate
Plant Patent Notice
Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.