Imperial Gem English Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia 'Imperial Gem'
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| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Imperial Gem English Lavender highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 5-9
Fragrance and durability combine into something that’s truly an Imperial Gem! Imperial Gem English Lavender Plant (Lavandula angustifolia 'Imperial Gem') that is! These iconic plants are fragrant from top to bottom! The evergreen-looking silvery-green foliage is incredibly fragrant and the purple flower spikes are heavenly! Aromatic herbs like these are always fantastic to work with in the garden as they perfume the air in the sun!
Lavender attracts butterflies and bees all summer and then reblooms as fast as you can deadhead them! Fantastic bouquet additions because of the long stems, or create bundles to hang and dry to perfume the air, or use for crafts. The flowers also make a flavorful and soothing tea, and are an addition to some variations of Herbs de Province spice mix!
Imperial Gem scents your bathwater, helps you drift to sleep in a sachet in your pillow while glorifying your garden beds and borders outdoors or in containers around your patio! The resinous, floral and herbal scent soothes the mind, body and spirit!
Planting and Application:
Plant this deer-resistant and sun-loving plant in any hot, dry, Mediterranean environment, or in a very well-drained garden and container. Preferring hot sunny areas and soil that’s on the dryer side, they do great in that Herb garden or Kitchen garden area that is always in the full sun.
Great in Cottage beds and Cutting borders, as well as perfect pollinator garden plants! Pot up in planters for your porch or hot seating area location, Rock gardens and in decorative stone-covered borders. Lavender also is ideal in Meditation and Zen-themed gardens where anything to help you find some peace of mind comes in handy!
- Root Hardy Perennial Zone 5 - 9
- Tall Purple Wands of Fragrant Flowers
- Compact Aromatic Silvery Gray-Green Leaves
- Crafts, Floral Bouquets, Dried Arrangements, Bath, Kitchen & More
- Pollinator-Friendly Beds, Borders & Containers
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Lavender plants love full sun and more arid conditions. Provide enriched yet very well-drained soil that never gets or stays soggy. Be sure your containers and planters also have good drainage holes that won’t become plugged. Deadhead for rebloom and prune in early spring.
- Full Sun
- Moderately Moist Soil & Good Drainage
- Regular Fertility
- Deer-Resistant
- Deadhead / Prune In Early Spring
Imperial Gem English Lavender Plants are wondrously fragrant plants and have so many uses around the home and garden! Order yours at NatureHills.com to start your Lavender obsession today!
