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Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa Lilac' Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia 'Melissa Lilac' Lavender
Fragrant • Blue-violet English lavender • For bouquets and borders
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Lavandula angustifolia ‘Melissa’ is an English lavender with gray-green foliage and soft violet-blue flowers held on dark, sturdy, mid-length stems. The color reads clearly in the field and in the garden, and it keeps its tone well when dried. Plants grow into neat, upright evergreen shrubs that look good even when not in bloom.
This is a variety we like for both looks and usefulness. The stems are strong enough for cutting, the color dries nicely, and the fragrance is gentle and sweet—good for both bouquets and light culinary use.
It’s a solid choice if you want something a little different in color, without giving up the classic English lavender form and scent.
BEST USES
- Fresh and dried bouquets
- Dried arrangements and crafts
- Light culinary use
- Borders and garden beds
- Containers
GROWING NOTES
- Plant type: Evergreen shrub
- Growth habit: Upright, tidy
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate to low once established
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
SIZE & DETAILS
- Height × Width: ~2 ft. × 2½ ft.
- Stem length: 10-12 in.
- Flower color (corolla): Violet-blue
- Calyx: Dark violet, woolly
- Foliage: Gray-green
- Fragrance: Sweet, classic English lavender
- Bloom season: Early to mid-summer
HOW TO CHOOSE
Choose ‘Melissa’ if you:
- Want a softer color than deep purple
- Like cutting and drying flowers
- Enjoy mild, sweet lavender flavor
- Need a tidier plant for smaller spaces
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.