Lavender

Scientific Name: Lavandula spp. (commonly Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula x intermedia)

Common Names: Lavender, English Lavender, French Lavender, Spanish Lavender

Lighting Requirements: Full sun

Height: 1 to 3 feet depending on variety

Width: 1 to 4 feet depending on variety

Seasonal Interest: Fragrant purple, blue, or white flower spikes in late spring to summer; silvery-green foliage year-round

Winter Look: Semi-evergreen to evergreen; retains some foliage in mild Texas winters

Drought Tolerance: High; very drought-tolerant once established, especially important for Texas heat

Deer Resistance: High

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, pollinators

Hardiness Zones: 5 to 9 (USDA)

Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil; poor soil is better than overly fertile soil

pH Range: Neutral to slightly alkaline (pH 6.5 to 8)

Native To: Mediterranean region

Potential Disease Issues: Root rot if overwatered, fungal diseases in high humidity

Notes: Thrives in dry, hot climates; important to plant in well-drained soil and avoid overwatering; pruning after flowering helps maintain shape and encourages more blooms 

I joke about Lavender saying if it can see water it will die! Do not over-water! The Spanish Lavender is usually recommended for Central Texas.