Lavender 'Fernleaf Buchi' - 4" Pot

Lavender 'Fernleaf Buchi' (often referring to Lavandula pinnata var. buchii or similar fernleaf types, also called Fernleaf Lavender, Jagged Lavender, or Egyptian Lavender) is a distinctive, tender evergreen shrub native to regions like the Canary Islands. This aromatic perennial forms compact, bushy plants typically 18–36 inches tall and wide, featuring finely divided, deeply lobed, fern-like silvery-gray to gray-green foliage that gives a lacy, textured appearance. Long stems bear graceful spikes of powder-blue to violet-blue flowers (sometimes trident-shaped) from spring through fall or year-round in mild climates. Heat- and drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and tolerates humidity better than many lavenders, though it's frost-sensitive (hardy to zones 8–11).

Prized for ornamental and fragrant uses, 'Fernleaf Buchi' excels in borders, low hedges, rock gardens, containers, or mass plantings, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its foliage and flowers offer a strong, earthy, medicinal-lavender scent with hints of oregano or rosemary; harvest for potpourri, sachets, dried arrangements, scented oils, or herbal infusions. Culinary applications include subtle flavoring in teas or dishes (though less common than true culinary lavenders), while its antiseptic properties support traditional uses like wound healing or insect repellents. Fresh or dried, it adds enduring aroma and visual elegance to gardens and crafts.

Mature Height: 3ft
Mature Width: 3ft
Light: Full Sun
Water: Moderate

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