Genus guide
Lavandula — 25 species
Part of the Mint & sage family family (Lamiaceae)
Lavandula — lavenders — is a genus of aromatic shrubby perennials native to the Mediterranean, Canary Islands, and parts of Asia, including the widely grown Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandin hybrids like Grosso, and compact Vera forms. They demand full sun and excellent drainage; overwatering in heavy soil is the primary cause of failure. Once established, lavenders are highly drought-tolerant and need watering only when the soil is nearly dry. All lavender species are toxic to cats and dogs according to the ASPCA, with linalool and linalyl acetate causing nausea, vomiting, and decreased appetite.
All Lavandula species we cover
- Anouk French lavender
- Broad-Leaved Lavender
- Canary Island Lavender
- Chaytor's Lavender
- English Lavender
- Fernleaf Lavender
- French Fringed Lavender
- French Lavender
- Green Lavender
- Grosso lavandin
- Grosso Lavender
- Hidcote Lavender
- Jagged Lavender
- Lavandin
- Lavandin
- Lavender
- Luisier's Lavender
- Moroccan Lavender
- Munstead Lavender
- Provence Lavender
- Spanish Lavender
- Spike lavender
- Tenerife Lavender
- Vera lavender
- Woolly Lavender
Lavandula — frequently asked questions
Are Lavandula plants toxic to cats and dogs?
Most Lavandula are not pet-safe. Of the 25 Lavandula species in the Growli library, 25 (100%) carry a toxic or mildly-toxic ASPCA classification and 0 are pet-safe. Always confirm the exact species on its pet-safety page before trusting it around cats or dogs.
How much light do Lavandula plants need?
Most Lavandula do best in direct sun. If yours stretches toward the window or loses its variegation it wants more light; scorched or bleached leaves mean it is getting too much direct sun.
Are Lavandula easy to care for?
Some Lavandula suit more experienced growers — several want strong light, sharp drainage or a specific seasonal rhythm. Check the individual species page for the exact regime.
How many Lavandula varieties are there?
Growli's care library covers 25 Lavandula species and varieties — browse them all above. They share a similar light, water and soil pattern, so once you learn one Lavandula, the rest follow closely.
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