#WETTER FRESNO PLUS#

To grow this multipurpose plant in zone 9, take measures to shield the plants from summer heat and moisture. It is fragrant and has unusual, ornamental flower spikes but is less useful for cooking than more familiar lavender species. Spanish lavender ( Lavandula stoechas) is one of the best choices for locations with hot, humid summers. Plants grow 3 feet tall (1 m.) and have dark purple flowers. This variety, probably derived from a hybrid between two lavender species, is drought-tolerant and is a good choice for dry zone 9 climates. Goodwin Creek Gray lavender is a zone 9 lavender with a high heat tolerance. Despite this variety’s tolerance for humidity, well-drained soil is still a must. to 1 m.) tall and bloom in late May to July. It is derived from Grosso ( Lavandula x intermedia), a famously fragrant variety. This variety does especially well in humid zone 9 climates, including Florida. One great variety of lavender for zone 9 is “Phenomenal” lavender. Even in difficult areas like the American South, though, there are lavender varieties that do well. Many varieties of lavender do well in regions of zone 9 with hot, dry summers and mild winters, like much of southern California. In zone 9, lavender may have trouble with excessive summer heat, especially if it is also humid. While lavender grows well in dry areas of zone 9 that are similar to its native Mediterranean habitat, it can be a challenge to grow this herb in wetter zone 9 climates.

#WETTER FRESNO PLUS#

This garden classic is a source of craft materials, scent, a culinary ingredient, an essential oil, and a medicinal tea, plus it looks great in a garden.

Wetter fresno