- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 Inches
- Mature Spread 12 Inches
- Growing Zones 5 - 9
Big Time Duet Lavender is a pairing of the best white and blue Lavender plants available. Both plants have large flower spikes (up to 4 inches long) that bloom earlier and longer than any other variety. Plant these Mediterranean herbs together for a cooling mix of white and blue, or individually alongside other sun-loving perennials for a long-blooming color display. Lavandula angustifolia is considered to be the best culinary variety of Lavender, for both savory and sweet dishes. Often rosemary can be replaced with Lavender quite effectively.
In hot dry garden beds, Lavender is a no-fail plant that requires little maintenance. Best suited for zones 5-9, Big Time Duet can be grown as an annual in other areas or even moved indoors over the winter. Deer rarely browse on the highly fragrant leaves and flowers. Pollinators flock to the flowers for their intoxicating nectar, making this plant a must-have for any pollinator garden or kitchen garden plan. Plant Lavender as a low-growing hedge along walkways or a retaining wall, or in a challenging spot with all-day sun and poor soil.
Big Time Duet Lavender Care
Lavender is not fussy about the texture or richness of the soil. In fact, soil that seems too dry, stoney, or nutrient deficient is perfectly able to support Lavender growth. Amend heavy clay soil with plenty of compost and some coarse sand to provide sufficient drainage. Locations that are prone to seasonal flooding should be avoided. A balanced granular fertilizer can be applied early in the spring every few years. Lavender plants prefer a neutral or alkaline pH, and will struggle in acidic soil.
Lightly prune Lavender twice a year to keep the shape mounded and compact. In the early spring, trim back spent flowers and foliage to just above the woody part of the branches. Avoid cutting into the woodiest part of the plant, as the whole branch could die back, disfiguring the plant. Lightly cut back the stems again after the flowers have finished in late summer. Use the flower wands for arranging or drying.
Big Time Duet Lavender Spacing
Big Time Duet Lavender stays compact with a height and spread of 12 inches. Use a pot with at least a 12-inch diameter to plant both varieties together. Individual plants will happily grow in a 10-inch pot. Space Lavender plants 12 inches apart when growing in a garden bed.
Big Time Duet Lavender Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9 |
Plant Type: Perennials |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 12 Inches |
Mature Spread: 12 Inches |
Spacing: 12 Inches |
Habit: Mounded |
Flower Color(s): Blue, Purple, White |
Flower Description: Multicolor |
Bloom Period: Early Summer to fall |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Dark Green |
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Deer, Rabbit, Pests & Insects |
Tolerates: Drought |
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
Container Role: |
Uses: Borders, Combinations, Containers, Mass Planting |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
Brand: |
Common Name: Big Time Duet Lavender |
Other Name(s): English Lavender |
Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia Big Time Blue 'Armtipp01' and 'Big Time White' |
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Container Sizes
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Winter to Early Spring
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