Lavender Stoechas 'Anouk' in Deluxe Decorative Pot
The Lavender Stoechas 'Anouk' is a beautiful and fragrant addition to any garden. This compact, evergreen shrub is known for its vibrant purple flowers with characteristic tufts that bring color and playfulness to your garden. Perfect for borders, rock gardens, as a ground cover, or even in pots on the terrace.
Key Features:
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Stand Location: Thrives best in a sunny, well-draining soil.
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Pot Size: Plants are delivered in 12 cm pots.
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Height at Delivery: About 25 cm tall.
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Water Requirements: Requires moderate water and can tolerate drier conditions.
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Growth Rate: Grows at an average rate, forming a compact plant.
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Mature Height: Reaches approximately 40 cm when fully grown.
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Winter Hardiness: Moderately winter hardy and may need protection during harsh winters.
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Flower Color: Produces striking purple flowers with characteristic tufts.
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Scent: Has a mild lavender fragrance that brightens up your garden.
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Leaf Retention: Semi-evergreen, retains leaves throughout the year.
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Pruning: Can be lightly pruned after flowering to maintain shape and compactness.
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Best Pruning Months: It is best to prune after the flowering period.
Plant Characteristics:
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Compact Growth: The lavender has a compact structure that makes it ideal for small gardens and containers.
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Seasonal Appeal: The lavender flowers bloom in spring and summer, bringing vibrant colors and a fresh fragrance.
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Low Maintenance: Easy to care for with minimal pruning needed. Perfect for those looking for an attractive plant with little upkeep.
How to Care for Lavender Stoechas 'Anouk':
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Location: Thrives in full sun or partial shade. Well-drained soil is essential.
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Watering: Water moderately. Once established, it can handle drier conditions but avoid letting the plant dry out completely.
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Winter Care: As Lavender Stoechas 'Anouk' is moderately winter-hardy, it may require mulching or covering during cold winters for additional protection.
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Pruning: Light pruning is recommended to maintain a tidy shape and to encourage dense growth. It is best to prune after flowering has finished.
Shipping Information: We ship our plants in eco-friendly blister packaging to ensure they remain fresh and undamaged during transport. The packaging is made from 100% recycled plastic, and is designed to minimize the amount of material required while still offering optimal protection.
The lightweight packaging reduces environmental impact during transport. It is also designed to be stackable to optimize space and minimize waste.
As a consumer, you can easily recycle the packaging, contributing to less waste.
Why We Choose Plastic Blister Packaging: Plastic often carries negative connotations when it comes to sustainability, but in some cases, using it is a well-considered choice.
We specifically choose 100% recycled plastic to produce our packaging, which avoids using new raw materials. The packaging is strong and durable, ensuring that your plants arrive fresh and intact. This reduces plant waste and ensures we deliver a quality product.
The packaging is moisture-resistant and breathable, creating a microclimate inside the package. This ensures adequate moisture and light during transport, so your plants arrive fresh thanks to the blister packaging.
Additionally, the plastic packaging requires very little energy to recycle and produce. The energy efficiency of this packaging was a key factor in selecting it for our lavender plants. The most important thing for us is that we have chosen packaging that is easy for you, the consumer, to recycle, helping you reduce waste.
By taking all these sustainable steps, we ensure we can deliver high-quality plants while keeping the environment in mind.
