Portfolio Spanish Lavender True

About this plant

Lavandula stoechas 'Silver Anouk', famously known as Portfolio Spanish Lavender True, is a showstopper, boasting deep violet-purple flower heads topped with distinctive, upright bracts that resemble delicate bunny ears. Its silvery-green foliage, a beautiful contrast to the vivid blooms, releases a delightful essential oil when brushed, creating an aromatic experience that elevates any outdoor space. This compact and reblooming variety ensures a long season of interest, bringing continuous color and fragrance from late spring through summer. Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, or as a captivating container specimen, 'Silver Anouk' thrives in well-drained soil and hot, dry conditions, embodying resilience and beauty. Its compact habit makes it a versatile choice for both small and large gardens, delivering a sophisticated touch without demanding extensive space. Plant it near pathways or seating areas to fully appreciate its alluring perfume. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Portfolio Spanish Lavender True is a magnet for beneficial pollinators, inviting bees and butterflies to your garden, enriching the local ecosystem. Its robust nature and low-maintenance requirements make it a fantastic choice for gardeners of all skill levels seeking to infuse their landscape with enduring charm and a touch of the Mediterranean.

Installation timing

When we're in season, outside of the winter months, our goal is to get your plants installed within about two weeks. That window gives us enough time to secure your plants from our supplier and find a spot on the schedule. Throughout the process we stay in touch through notifications and your existing client portal on the main A Cut Above website, which is separate from this landscaping plants shop.

Care & maintenance

Requires minimal care once established. Prune after the first flush of flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy shape. Avoid heavy fertilization.

Watering suggestions

Proper watering is the single most important factor in your plant's survival after installation. Newly installed plants have a limited root system and rely on you for consistent moisture while they establish.

• First 2 weeks: Water deeply every day (or every other day in cooler, wet weather), soaking the root ball and surrounding soil.
• Weeks 3–12: Water deeply 2–3 times per week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil drainage.
• After establishment: Water deeply about once a week during the growing season, and more often in extreme heat or drought.
• How to check: Stick a finger 2–3 inches into the soil near the roots — if it's dry, it's time to water. Deep, less-frequent watering encourages strong roots; shallow daily sprinkles do not.
• Avoid: Overwatering (soggy, waterlogged soil) is just as harmful as underwatering and can drown roots.

Watering needs vary by plant, season, soil, and exposure. Because proper watering is the customer's responsibility after installation, please make sure you understand and can follow these suggestions before ordering.

Good to know: plants and trees purchased from and installed by A Cut Above include a one-year limited warranty from the date of installation. Because plant survival depends heavily on proper watering and care after installation, losses caused by improper care, neglect, animal or chemical damage, or extreme weather are not covered, and we must be given the chance to inspect a struggling plant before it's removed or replaced. Coverage is one replacement per plant. Read our warranty info.