Lavandula intermedia

Lavandula x intermedia (Lamiaceae) is a hybrid between L. angustifolia and L. latifolia, combining the cold hardiness of English lavender with the larger flower spikes and higher oil yield of spike lavender. Plants form rounded, aromatic evergreen mounds generally larger than L. angustifolia, with gray-green foliage and long-stemmed flower spikes.

Lavandin cultivars require full sun and excellent drainage; they are intolerant of wet winter soils. 'Provence' is widely grown for dried flower bundles and oil production, while 'Sensational' offers compact form and strong fragrance. These hybrids are sterile and must be propagated by cuttings or division. They typically bloom slightly later than English lavender and produce more flower stems per plant, making them the preferred choice for commercial lavender production.