Botanical profile

Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk'

Latin name
Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk'
Common name
Butterfly lavender 'Anouk', Spanish lavender 'Anouk'
Type
Evergreen perennial shrub
Family
Lamiaceae

Lavender 'Anouk' ( Lavandula stoechas 'Anouk') is a striking variety of butterfly lavender, prized for its compact growth habit, prolonged flowering, and aromatic silvery foliage. Native to the Mediterranean, this lavender is distinguished by its deep purple flower spikes, topped with purple bracts reminiscent of butterfly wings, providing a striking visual display throughout the summer. Its dense growth habit and drought tolerance make it an ideal choice for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings. In addition, it attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, while being resistant to deer and rabbits.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 6 to 9
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Low – tolerates drought well once established, avoid overwatering
Humidity
Weak; tolerates drought well once established
Fertilization
Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring
Soil type
Well-drained soil, preferably calcareous or neutral
Minimum temperature
Around -10°C (zone 6) – protect or pot indoors in cold regions
Propagation method
Cuttings
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
From late spring to late summer
Flower color
Deep purple with purple bracts
Foliage color
Silver green
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
30 to 46 cm (12 to 18 inches)
Width
30 to 36 cm (12 to 14 inches)
Growth rate
Average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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