lavender colour flowers plants Croxton's Wild English Lavender

lavender colour flowers plants Croxton's Wild English LavenderCroxtons Wild is an English lavender selected from seed originally collected from lavender plants in Europe. From that group, one exceptional seedling was chosen for its vigor, form, and flower quality and is now propagated by cuttings to preserve those traits. Its an excellent option for gardeners seeking a traditionally bred, nongenetically modified lavender. Plants grow quickly into a balanced, well shaped evergreen shrub. Flower spikes feature

Croxton’s Wild is an English lavender selected from seed originally collected from lavender plants in Europe. From that group, one exceptional seedling was chosen for its vigor, form, and flower quality and is now propagated by cuttings to preserve those traits. It’s an excellent option for gardeners seeking a traditionally bred, non–genetically modified lavender.

Plants grow quickly into a balanced, well-shaped evergreen shrub. Flower spikes feature purple calyces topped with violet corollas, offering classic English lavender color and fragrance. The growth habit is vigorous but controlled, making Croxton’s Wild suitable for garden beds, borders, and cutting use.

This variety combines strong growth with reliable bloom, making it a solid choice for both home gardens and larger plantings. 

WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT

• Traditionally bred from European seed stock
• Propagated by cuttings for consistency
• Fast-growing and vigorous
• Classic purple and violet flower coloring
• Well-shaped, balanced growth habit
• Reliable performer in the garden

 HOW IT GROWS

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Moderate during establishment, low once established
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
• Growth habit: Upright, vigorous, well balanced

SIZE & BLOOM 

• Height × Width: ~2 ft. × 2.5 ft.
• Flower color: Violet
• Calyx color: Purple
• Bloom time: Early to mid-summer
• Fragrance: Classic English lavender

PLANTING TIPS

• Plant in full sun for best growth and bloom
• Avoid heavy or poorly drained soils
• Space plants to allow airflow
• Water regularly during the first growing season

CARE MADE EASY

• Lightly prune after flowering
• Remove dead stems in early spring
• Avoid cutting into woody growth
• Minimal fertilization needed

BEST USES

• Garden beds and borders
• Cutting gardens
• Fresh bouquets
• Dried arrangements
• Traditional lavender plantings

HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choose Croxton’s Wild if you:

• Want a traditionally bred English lavender
• Prefer vigorous, fast-growing plants
• Like classic lavender color and fragrance
• Garden in Zones 5–9
• Appreciate reliable, non-hybrid selections