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Lavender stoechas ‘Little Bee’ (Lavandula stoechas)
Botanical Name: Lavandula stoechas
Type: Half-Hardy Perennial

Lavender stoechas ‘Little Bee’ is a delightful compact variety of French Lavender, producing masses of deep violet flower heads crowned with showy purple “ears.” Exceptionally aromatic, this small but striking plant attracts bees and butterflies in abundance. Its neat, rounded form makes it ideal for containers, edging, or sunny borders. Blooming over a long season, ‘Little Bee’ brings colour, fragrance, and charm to every corner of the garden.

Plant Details

Type: Half-hardy perennial
Height: 60cm
Spread: 30–40cm
Flowers: May – September
Position: Full sun; light, well-drained or sandy soil

Growing Information

Sow: Feb – Apr indoors or May outdoors
Germination: 14–28 days at 18–21°C
Transplant: Plant out after last frost once hardened off
Spacing: 25–30cm apart
Care: Water sparingly; avoid overwatering; prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth

Why You’ll Love It

Compact, free-flowering variety with rich fragrance
Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinators
Long flowering period from spring through late summer
Perfect for pots, patios, and borders

Top Tip

For best results, grow in full sun and ensure excellent drainage — lavender prefers dry feet! Trim lightly after each flush of flowers to promote bushy growth and repeat blooms.

Perfect For

Containers and patio planters
Sunny borders and Mediterranean-style gardens
Pollinator-friendly gardens
Fragrant planting schemes

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