We're offering you a Lavender Duo Hidcote & Munstead Plants for £7.99, saving you up to 43% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £13.99 (correct as of 02.06.2026).

Bring Classic Fragrance & Colour to Your Garden with Lavender Duo

Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as English lavender, is prized for its aromatic foliage and striking flower spikes. This exclusive duo features two beloved cultivars: 'Hidcote' and 'Munstead', both renowned for their compact habit and rich purple blooms.

• 'Hidcote': Dense, compact shrub with deep violet-blue flowers and silvery-green foliage. Perfect for edging paths or creating a fragrant border.
• 'Munstead': Early-flowering variety with neat growth and soft lavender-blue blooms. Excellent for containers or low hedges.

Why Choose This Lavender Duo?

• Seasonal Interest: Enjoy a spectacular display of colour and scent from late spring into summer.
• Biodiversity Boost: Both varieties are magnets for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
• Versatile Uses: Ideal as edging along paths, in mixed borders, or in patio pots. Harvest stems for home fragrance or dried arrangements.

Growing Guide & Care Tips

• Planting Time: Best planted from early spring to early autumn when the soil is workable.
• Location: Prefers full sun and well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil (pH 6.5–7.5).
• Spacing: Allow 30–40cm between plants for healthy air flow.
• Irrigation: Water well after planting; once established, only water during prolonged dry spells.
• Pruning: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain shape; hard prune in late summer if needed.
• Hardiness: Hardy in UK gardens (RHS H5), tolerates winter temperatures down to -15°C.

Design Ideas & Companions

• Lavender pairs beautifully with rosemary, thyme, and ornamental grasses for Mediterranean-style borders.
• Create a scented walkway by planting along paths or use as a low hedge around vegetable beds.
• Add to wildlife-friendly gardens to support pollinators throughout the season.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant these lavenders?
  The best time is from early spring through early autumn while the soil is warm and workable.
• How tall do 'Hidcote' and 'Munstead' grow?
  'Hidcote' typically reaches 40–50cm; 'Munstead' grows slightly shorter at 30–40cm tall when mature.
• Do I need special soil?
  No special soil is needed—just ensure it is well-drained. Both varieties thrive in neutral to alkaline soils and full sun locations.