Grosso Lavender

Lavandula x intermedia var. Grosso


    Lavender hybridizes easily and another recognized type is that of Lavandula x intermedia var. Grosso which is a cross produced by Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia. This is one of the tallest Lavender varieties making it great for hedging shrub.


     This hybrid has been gifted by both sides of its parentage and has been named after its discoverer.  The intermedia hybrids have the frost hardiness of the the angustifolias along with the inherited camphory odor of Lavandula latifolia.

     
Grosso is tall growing and you may use the stems to make Lavender wands and sachets.  There is a purple flowered and also a white flowered variety of Grosso available and they are strikingly beautiful when planted next to each other.