Lavender (Herb)

Lavender is a bushy herb growing from one to three feet tall.  The needle-like foliage is blue-green to gray and has a balsam-like scent.  The spike flowers are either lavender or white depending on the variety.  Lavender is an excellent specimen plant and can be used as a small hedge if site and growing conditions are right. Lavender varieties in the English group and Lavandin group are considered to be preferred choices for Midwest gardening situations.