night lavender plant Lavandula stoechas 'Wings Of Night' | Spanish Lavender

night lavender plant Lavandula stoechas 'Wings Of Night' | Spanish LavenderWings of Night is a compact Spanish lavender prized for its bold, upright purple bracts and dramatic flower form. The rich, dark coloring and strong vertical bracts give the blooms a striking, architectural presence that stands apart from softer English lavender types. Plants stay small and well contained, forming a tidy evergreen shrub that fits easily into containers, edging, rock gardens, and other small spaces. Despite its size, Wings of Night

Wings of Night is a compact Spanish lavender prized for its bold, upright purple bracts and dramatic flower form. The rich, dark coloring and strong vertical bracts give the blooms a striking, architectural presence that stands apart from softer English lavender types.

Plants stay small and well contained, forming a tidy evergreen shrub that fits easily into containers, edging, rock gardens, and other small spaces. Despite its size, Wings of Night delivers strong visual impact, making it an excellent choice for accent plantings where color and structure are important.

Like other Lavandula stoechas varieties, it prefers warm conditions and excellent drainage, rewarding gardeners with long-lasting interest and distinctive blooms.

WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT

• Dramatic upright purple bracts
• Compact size ideal for small spaces
• Strong architectural flower form
• Evergreen foliage
• Excellent container and edging plant
• Distinctive Spanish lavender look

HOW IT GROWS

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Moderate during establishment, low once established
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–10
• Growth habit: Compact, upright

SIZE & BLOOM

• Height × Width: ~1 ft. × 1.5 ft.
• Flower color: Deep purple bracts with side corollas
• Bloom time: Spring through early summer (with repeat bloom in warm climates)
• Fragrance: Aromatic

PLANTING TIPS

• Plant in full sun for best color and form
• Avoid heavy or poorly drained soils
• Excellent choice for containers with fast-draining soil
• Protect from cold in marginal climates

CARE MADE EASY

• Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape
• Remove spent blooms to encourage repeat flowering
• Avoid cutting into old woody growth
• Minimal-no fertilization needed

BEST USES

• Containers and patio pots
• Rock gardens
• Edging and small borders
• Accent plantings
• Warm-climate gardens

HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choose Wings of Night if you:

• Garden in Zones 8–10
• Want bold, sculptural lavender flowers
• Need a compact plant for small spaces
• Prefer Spanish lavender varieties
• Grow lavender in containers