
Common Name: Sarah Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Sarah’ (English Lavender) A dwarf, evergreen perennial, Lavandula angustifolia ‘Sarah’ is known for its very compact, dense habit and rich violet-purple flower spikes that bloom in early to mid-summer. The tight, mounded form makes it especially useful for edging and small garden spaces, while the aromatic gray-green foliage provides year-round interest in milder climates. It is one of the more refined, miniature English lavender selections. Type: Evergreen perennial Mature Size: 0.75–1.5′ W × 0.75–1.5′ H USDA Zones: 5a–9b Form: Dense, compact, mounded Light: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils; prefers slightly alkaline conditions Water: Low; drought tolerant once established Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer Bloom Length: Moderate; typically 3–5 weeks Wildlife: Bees, butterflies, deer resistant Features & Landscape Uses: Edging, borders, rock gardens, containers, herb gardens, small spaces, mass plantings, drought-tolerant landscapes Care: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact form and encourage fresh growth. Avoid cutting into woody stems. Requires excellent drainage—do not overwater. Trim in early spring to promote dense growth.
| Plant Type: | Perennial, Evergreen Shrub |
| Width: | 12-18" |
| Height: | 12-18'' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Zone: | 5 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | Yes |
| Attract: | Hummingbirds, Bees |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Early Summer, Mid Summer |
| Landscape/Use: | Container, Mass Planting, Border, Drought Tolerant Landscapes |
| Shape: | Compact, Mounded |
| Soil Type | Sandy well-drained, Alkaline |
| Flower Color: | Lavender |