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Lavandula angustifolia 'Middachten' Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Middachten' Lavender

A historic English lavender • Compact growth • Deep violet flowers • Strong fragrance • Ideal for landscaping

$7.95 USD
$7.95 USD
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📦 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

‘Middachten’ is a historic English lavender originating from Middachten in the Netherlands and introduced by Moerheim Nursery before 1921. It is valued for its compact form, strong fragrance, and deep violet flower color—traits that have kept it in cultivation for more than a century.

Plants form a neat evergreen shrub and produce dense violet flower spikes on shorter, sturdy stems. The fragrance is potent and classic, making this variety useful for both garden planting and harvest. Its compact size and uniform growth habit make it especially well suited to landscaping, edging, and smaller garden spaces.

‘Middachten’ is a versatile lavender that performs reliably in borders and also works well for culinary use, bouquets, and craft projects.

WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT

  • Historic English lavender with proven performance
  • Compact, well-shaped growth habit
  • Deep violet flowers
  • Strong, classic lavender fragrance
  • Easy to place in gardens and landscapes
  • Versatile for fresh and dried use

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: Compact, rounded

SIZE & BLOOM

  • Height × Width: ~20 in. × 20 in.
  • Stem length: ~8–10 inches
  • Flower color: Deep violet
  • Bloom time: Early to mid-summer
  • Fragrance: Strong, classic English lavender

PLANTING TIPS

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

CARE MADE EASY

  • Prune after flowering to maintain shape
  • Remove dead stems in early spring
  • Avoid cutting into old woody growth

BEST USES

  • Landscaping and edging
  • Garden borders
  • Culinary use in moderation
  • Fresh bouquets
  • Dried arrangements and crafts

HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choose ‘Middachten’ if you:

  • Prefer compact, tidy lavenders
  • Appreciate historic varieties
  • Want strong fragrance
  • Garden in smaller spaces
  • Use lavender for multiple purposes

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.

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