Lavandula ‘Avignon Early Blue’ is a compact and early-blooming lavender variety prized for its rich violet-blue flowers and fragrant silver foliage. This cultivar begins flowering sooner than most lavenders, providing an early splash of colour in gardens or containers. It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil and is drought-tolerant once established. Loved by pollinators and resistant to deer, it’s a perfect low-maintenance pick for aromatic borders or patio pots. Trim back after blooming to encourage a tidy shape and continued flowering.