deep purple lavender plant Betty's Blue Lavender

deep purple lavender plant Betty's Blue LavenderBettys Blue is a well balanced English lavender known for its upright habit, strong stems, and dependable performance. It forms a compact plant with silver gray foliage that retains a soft green cast, giving it a clean look even out of bloom. In early summer, dark violet calyces hold mid violet flowers that stand out clearly against the foliage. This variety grows slightly taller than other dark flowered favorites such as Hidcote and Loddon Blue,

Betty’s Blue is a well-balanced English lavender known for its upright habit, strong stems, and dependable performance. It forms a compact plant with silver-gray foliage that retains a soft green cast, giving it a clean look even out of bloom. In early summer, dark violet calyces hold mid-violet flowers that stand out clearly against the foliage.

This variety grows slightly taller than other dark-flowered favorites such as ‘Hidcote’ and ‘Loddon Blue,’ making it especially useful for cutting. The stems are straight and sturdy, and the flowers dry exceptionally well, which is why Betty’s Blue is widely used for potpourri, dried bundles, and craft work.

The fragrance is light and pleasant rather than intense, lending itself well to culinary uses and home projects. Plants bloom heavily in early summer and often produce a lighter second flush in autumn under good conditions.

It’s a reliable, versatile lavender and a long-standing favorite in our plantings.

WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT

• Deep violet flowers with dark calyces
• Excellent for drying and potpourri
• Upright, tidy growth habit
• Slightly taller than similar dark varieties
• Performs well fresh or dried
• Light, gentle fragrance

HOW IT GROWS

• Plant type: Evergreen shrub
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Water: Low once established
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
• Growth habit: Upright, compact 

Good drainage is essential for longevity and strong bloom.

PLANTING TIPS

• Plant in full sun
• Avoid heavy or poorly drained soil
• Space plants to allow good airflow
• Water regularly during establishment, then sparingly

CARE MADE EASY

• Harvest flowers at full color for best drying results
• Lightly prune after flowering
• Remove dead stems in spring
• Avoid cutting into old woody growth

SIZE & BLOOM

• Height × Width: ~2 ft. × 2 ft.
• Stem length: 8–12 inches
• Flower color: Mid-violet
• Calyx color: Dark violet
• Bloom time: Early summer with light fall rebloom
• Foliage: Silver-gray with a green tone
• Aroma: Light and gentle 

CULINARY & HOME USES

Betty’s Blue is well suited for:

• Herbal sugars and baking
• Tea blends
• Potpourri
• Dried bundles and wreaths
• Fresh and dried bouquets

The lighter fragrance makes it especially useful for kitchen and home applications.

 HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choose Betty’s Blue if you:

• Prefer deep purple flowers
• Want lavender that dries reliably
• Enjoy a softer, less intense fragrance
• Garden in cooler climates