Fred Boutin Lavender (1 Gallon)

Fred Boutin Lavender is a certified organic, one-gallon perennial selected for silver foliage, a rounded evergreen framework, and sturdy violet-blue flower spikes. Introduced to cultivation in the 1980s, it has a distinctly architectural look even outside its summer bloom period. The firm stems and aromatic flowers make it especially useful for dried arrangements, wreaths, crafts, and fragrant garden borders.

Grow Fred Boutin in full sun and sharply drained soil. It is listed for USDA Zones 5–9 and is well suited to warm, dry-summer landscapes once established. No fruit-tree chill total or pollinizer companion is needed, although visiting insects may use the flowers. Use the USDA Growing Zone lookup to compare the range with local winter lows.

Set the one-gallon root ball at its existing soil line and avoid placing the crown in a low spot where water collects. Water deeply after transplanting, then let the soil begin to dry between irrigation events as roots establish. Mature lavender generally performs better with drainage and measured watering than with constantly moist soil. Avoid rich, high-nitrogen conditions that produce soft growth. Lightly shape the plant after flowering without cutting deeply into old, leafless wood.

Cut flower spikes when several florets have opened for fresh use, or earlier if the stems will be dried. Bundle small groups and dry them out of direct sun with good air circulation. Monitor for root stress, spittlebugs, mites, and foliage decline rather than assuming lavender is unaffected by pests or disease. Review our transplanting guide for nursery plants before installation. For a garden with staggered flowering resources, see flowers and plants for beneficial insects. Use the fragrant stems for ornamental cutting and drying, and confirm plant identity before any culinary use.