Provence Lavender

Name: Provence Lavender
Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
SKU: 15112
Price: 24.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.43 (7 reviews)

Lavandula x intermedia 'Provence'

Nature Hills Nursery

Provence Lavender Thrives in Humid Summers Where Other Varieties Struggle
Thrives in Zones 5-9
Showy Purple Blooms From Early Summer to Late Summer
Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Perfect for Hedge or Mass Planting

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Plant Size

#1 Container

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Drought resistant, Flowering, Fragrant, Attracts pollinators, Deer-resistant, Edible, Mosquito Repelling
Hardiness Zone	5a to 8b
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	1-2 ft
Width	1-3 ft
Watering Needs	Low
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Bushy, Compact
Plant Life Cycle	Perennial
Blooms In	Spring, Summer, Fall
Flower Color	Purple
Fragrant	Yes
Pet Safety	Toxic to pets
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Lavender
Botanical Name	Lavandula x intermedia 'Provence'
Species	x intermedia
Cultivar	Provence
Class	Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

One of the Best for Fragrance Provence Lavender

Gorgeous, Pale Purple Flower Spikes
Extremely Fragrant Flowers
Showy Display for Months
Prolific Bloom Production
Gray Green Foliage is Semi-Evergreen
Enjoy Flowers Fresh or Dried
Create Potpourri or Distill the Essential Oils
Natural Hybrid Lavender
Perfect for Rock Gardens and Perennial Borders
Nectar for Beneficial Pollinators and Honey Bees
Sun-Lover
One of the Best for Humid Summers
Easy to Grow in Well-Drained Soils
Grow in Containers
Cold Hardy and Drought Tolerant
Deer and Rabbits Don't Prefer the Taste

When dream gardens are shown in decorator magazines, on TV and in the movies; they often include sweeping shots of long, perfectly manicured rows of blooming lavender. It makes gardening with this wonderful woody plant seem out of reach for the average home gardener.

This simply isn't true.

Provence Lavender (Lavandula x intermedia 'Provence') are easy to grow garden plants. Just give them the right soil type and plenty of sunshine. You'll be rewarded with years of fragrant flowers and picture-perfect paths.

This mounded perennial is a hybrid of English and Spike-type lavender. It will survive all but the harshest winters and come back year after year if given a sharply drained planting site.

Lush, gray-green leaves and light purple flower spikes of this sun-lover will fill your space with that world-famous aroma. This plant is a must-have in either perennial plantings, or large outdoor containers alike.

Use a few of the fresh flowers in cooking or mixing in drinks. Lavender panna cotta and Lavender lemonade take the heat out of the hottest summer day.

Make sachets from dried flowers and foliage and tuck into your sweaters, shirts or your "unmentionable" drawers. Your clothes will smell like summer all year-long!

It's easy and fun to distill the essential oils from your own crop. Cottage industry, anyone? The oil from Lavender Provence has been used for ages in perfume and medicinal extracts.

Scent homemade soaps, massage oils or candles. Adding a drop or two of oil on your pillow has even been proven to improve relaxation and sleep. It's truly a flower of your dreams!

Don't let the glamour and mystique of Lavender scare you away from growing this easy-care herb in your garden this year. They are easy and rewarding to grow.

The flower display starts in midsummer and continues through fall. Rabbits and deer tend to leave them alone,which is a blessing! Their nectar does attract butterflies, and you'll be thrilled to help out your local honey bees.

Get started on your love affair with this marvelous plant! Order Provence Lavender from Nature Hills now.

How to Use Provence Lavender in the Landscape

The most important consideration for this plant is ensuring your plants have good drainage in wintertime. If your soil is rocky, poor, rely on this scented plant throughout your sunny spots. No need to amend the soil, as they are quite rugged and durable.

But, if your soil retains water for a long time after a rainfall...plant them in raised beds or in containers. You'll still love the look, and elevating their roots will help increase the drainage.

Use single plants as mounded specimens in a rock garden. The gray-green foliage looks fantastic, softening up the south side of large boulders. In the warmest climates, the foliage remains evergreen for year-round interest.

Create a marvelously memorable path or front walkway by running a low hedge of multiple plants along the edge of a high-traffic area. You and your guests will savor the fragrance as you brush against these plants.

Include these herbaceous perennials in your Backyard Orchard, or Victory Garden. Create a Knot Garden as a special garden feature.

Spacing your Lavender plants in a hedge is an art form. To achieve the classic look, you'll want to do two things.

First, allow your plants to develop into their full, mounded form and receive enough air circulation. Second, have the fragrant foliage just brush against its neighbor.

Plant them 18 inches apart on center, measuring from the center of one to the center of the next. Mulch between the plants with wood chips, or use landscape gravel.

Add additional rows staggered off-center from each other for a mass planting. If you'll harvest the flowers for a home business, create long, orderly rows like the professionals do. Expand the distance between rows to 42 inches apart for easy access.

Even small-space gardeners can enjoy the lavish look and scent of these beloved plants. Provence Lavender is a magnificent "Thriller" in large outdoor containers on your patio, deck or balcony.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Plant Provence Lavender in full sun, where it will receive at least 6 hours of sunlight a day. The more sunlight, the more blooms it will produce.

For best performance, plant in poor soil with sharp drainage. Do not amend your soil, and plant in containers or raised beds, if needed to improve drainage. You can also add additional soil in a heap 12 inches tall and plant in that mound.

Pay careful attention to watering only during the first year as it gets established in your landscape. After the first season, it will be tolerant of drought.

Prune in spring after the plant wakes up and you can see where the plant is growing from. Rejuvenate your plant by pruning out a few of the oldest, woodiest stems back to the base. In colder climates, only remove any winter damage.

Order your personal supply of Provence Lavender today. Enjoy using the fragrant flowers and foliage throughout your home. You'll join the rich history of those who have loved it before you.

Beautiful

The plant is already flowering and growing. It needs a companion.

Hi Felipe,

Thank you for leaving a review for our Provence Lavender. We're happy to hear that it's already flowering and growing well. As for a companion plant, we recommend our Rosemary plant. It pairs nicely with the Provence Lavender and also has many benefits for your garden.

Happy gardening!
Nature Hills Customer Service

Provence Lavender

I've always loved lavender plants and can't wait to have my own now!

Hi Jackie,

Thank you so much for sharing your enthusiasm about your new Provence Lavender! We're delighted to hear that you’re excited to welcome this lovely, fragrant addition to your garden. Lavender is such a wonderful choice—it not only adds beautiful color and soothing scents but also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

To help your lavender thrive, remember it loves plenty of sunshine and well-draining soil. You might also want to trim it back after flowering to encourage healthy growth next season. If you’d like, we have detailed growing guides available on our site that offer tips on soil, watering, and pruning.

If you have any questions as your lavender grows, don’t hesitate to reach out. We're here to support your gardening journey every step of the way!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Provence Lavender

I've always loved lavender plants and can't wait to have my own now!

Hi Jackie,

Thank you so much for sharing your excitement about your new Provence Lavender! We’re thrilled to hear you’re welcoming this wonderful plant into your garden. Lavender thrives best in full sun with well-draining soil, so be sure to give it plenty of light and space to grow. If you keep it well-watered but not soggy, and prune it annually to encourage bushy growth, it will reward you with beautiful blooms and that classic calming scent.

If you ever have any questions as your lavender grows, or want tips on how to blend it with other plants in your garden, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you cultivate a fabulous floral haven!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Derr resistance

Cannot understand why the deer around here avoid Provence lavender because it smells so good. Pick the flowers and put them in a vase and enjoy the fragrance for weeks.

Hello Deer M.,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Provence lavender! It’s wonderful to hear that despite the deer in your area, your lavender remains beautifully untouched – nature truly knows its subtle balance. Lavender is known for its fragrant oils that repel deer, insects, and other pests, so it sounds like your deer are keeping their distance thanks to those lovely scented blooms. Your tip about picking the flowers and enjoying their fragrance indoors is fantastic for anyone looking to extend the joy this plant brings.

If you’re interested, you might also enjoy experimenting with drying the lavender stems to make bouquets or sachets that keep that fresh scent throughout the seasons. Additionally, ensuring they receive plenty of sunlight and well-draining soil will help keep your Provence lavender thriving for years to come.

Thank you again for taking the time to share your thoughts. We’re always here if you have questions or need more tips to help your garden flourish.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Derr resistance

Cannot understand why the deer around here avoid Provence lavender because it smells so good. Pick the flowers and put them in a vase and enjoy the fragrance for weeks.

Dear Deer me,

Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience with Provence lavender! It’s wonderful to hear that even though the deer skip the plant, you get to enjoy its lovely fragrance inside your home for weeks—truly one of the joys lavender brings. The scent is certainly one of the reasons this plant is so cherished.

If you’re looking to keep those delightful bouquets fresh longer, trimming the stems at an angle and changing the water every couple of days can help extend their life. Also, Provence lavender tends to do well in sunnier spots and well-drained soil should you decide to expand your lavender garden.

Thanks again for your thoughtful review—we appreciate gardeners like you who help others appreciate these charming plants!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

I've grown the Provence Lav. for approx. 13 yrs. in Oregon.

Always fragrant and beautiful in appearance and scent. - outdoors and indoors. Long lasting plants that become almost shrubs.Wonderful in flower arrangements and when the spikes are denuded put the little seedsin a bowl for fragrance for weeks. Good in churches.

Hello Happy,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with the Provence Lavender! Growing these lovely plants for over 13 years in Oregon truly speaks to their resilience and your dedicated care. We’re delighted to hear how fragrant and beautiful they remain year after year—both outdoors and indoors. Your tip about using the leftover seeds as a fragrant bowl centerpiece is such a creative and charming use of the plant’s fragrance, and it’s lovely to know they work well in settings like churches too.

If you ever want to enhance your lavender's health or explore companion plants that thrive similarly in Oregon's climate, feel free to reach out—we’d love to offer recommendations. Also, a fresh mulch layer every spring can help keep your lavender’s roots cool during summer and encourage its shrubs to thrive even more.

Thank you again for sharing your experience and thoughtful insights Florida. Your passion truly helps inspire our plant community!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

I've grown the Provence Lav. for approx. 13 yrs. in Oregon.

Dear Happy,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Provence Lavender over the past 13 years! It’s truly heartwarming to hear how this lovely plant has brought fragrance and beauty to both your indoor and outdoor spaces in Oregon. Your creative use of the seeds for long-lasting fragrance in bowls and your recognition of its special place in churches highlight just how versatile and cherished the Provence Lavender can be.

If you ever want to try propagating your shrub to extend its presence or explore composting the spent flower spikes for nutrient-rich soil, feel free to reach out. We also have care guides and tips specifically tailored for Oregon climates that you might find helpful to keep your plants thriving year after year.

Thank you again for being part of the Nature Hills community and for entrusting us with your gardening experiences.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Frequently Asked Questions

How to grow lavender in florida?

Provence Lavender thrives in Florida's humid summers better than most lavender varieties. Plant in well-draining soil with full sun exposure, as soggy conditions will kill the plant. Consider container growing for better drainage control.

How to care for lavender?

Provence Lavender thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, surviving all but the harshest winters. This drought-tolerant perennial needs sharp drainage to prevent root rot. Water sparingly once established and prune after flowering. Find quality plants at naturehills.com.

How tall and wide will Provence Lavender grow at maturity?

Provence Lavender typically reaches 18-24 inches tall and spreads 24-30 inches wide at maturity. This mounded perennial fills out nicely in 2-3 growing seasons. Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow for their natural spreading habit and good air circulation.

Is Provence Lavender drought tolerant once it's established?

Provence Lavender is very drought tolerant once established, thanks to its natural adaptation to Mediterranean conditions. This hardy perennial thrives in well-drained soils and actually prefers dry conditions over wet feet. Water regularly the first year to establish roots, then reduce watering significantly.

How fast does Provence Lavender grow from a small plant to full size?

Provence Lavender typically reaches full size in 2-3 growing seasons, forming a mature mound 18-24 inches tall and wide. This hardy perennial establishes quickly in well-drained soil and full sun. Shop at Nature Hills for healthy plants that will bloom their first year.

Is Provence Lavender deer resistant and will rabbits avoid it?

Yes, Provence Lavender is naturally deer and rabbit resistant due to its strong fragrance and taste that these animals avoid. The aromatic oils in both the foliage and flowers act as a natural deterrent. Plant it in sunny, well-drained locations for best results and strongest scent.

Does Provence Lavender need to be pruned and if so, when and how much?

Provence Lavender benefits from annual pruning to maintain its mounded shape and encourage prolific blooms. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, removing about one-third of the previous year's growth. Cut back spent flower spikes after blooming to promote a second flush of flowers.

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Provence Lavender

Lavandula x intermedia 'Provence'

One of the Best for Fragrance Provence Lavender

How to Use Provence Lavender in the Landscape

#ProPlantTips for Care

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Watering Requirements

Pruning Tips

Fertilizer Needs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to grow lavender in florida?

How to care for lavender?

How tall and wide will Provence Lavender grow at maturity?

Is Provence Lavender drought tolerant once it's established?

How fast does Provence Lavender grow from a small plant to full size?

Is Provence Lavender deer resistant and will rabbits avoid it?

Does Provence Lavender need to be pruned and if so, when and how much?

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One of the Best for Fragrance Provence Lavender

How to Use Provence Lavender in the Landscape

#ProPlantTips for Care

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How to grow lavender in florida?

How to care for lavender?

How tall and wide will Provence Lavender grow at maturity?

Is Provence Lavender drought tolerant once it's established?

How fast does Provence Lavender grow from a small plant to full size?

Is Provence Lavender deer resistant and will rabbits avoid it?

Does Provence Lavender need to be pruned and if so, when and how much?