{"product_id":"lavandula-stoechas-40cm-17cm-pot","title":"Lavandula stoechas 40cm 17cm Pot","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLavandula stoechas, commonly known as French or Spanish lavender, is a distinctive Mediterranean evergreen shrub prized for its compact growth and uniquely shaped flower heads. Typically supplied at 40cm height in a 17cm pot, this cultivar offers a dense, bushy form adorned with aromatic grey-green foliage and striking purple bracts resembling butterfly wings. Its reliable performance in wholesale plant supply is attributed to its robustness, ease of cultivation, and strong visual appeal, making it a valuable addition to trade houseplants and commercial landscaping palettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLavandula stoechas features soft, grey-green, narrow leaves with a slightly woolly texture that provide a subtle yet attractive foliage backdrop. Its growth habit is naturally compact and rounded, typically reaching about 40cm in height, which suits various container sizes and display options. This species thrives in full sun to partial exposure, showing moderate tolerance to lower light conditions indoors when well-placed. It exhibits drought tolerance once established, showing resilience to irregular watering and moderate neglect. Maintenance requirements are low, as it responds well to occasional pruning to maintain shape and stimulate flowering. Additionally, its aromatic foliage and distinctive flower shape enhance merchandising appeal, particularly during flowering periods which can extend the plant’s retail display life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Trade Buyers Choose This Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrade buyers favour Lavandula stoechas due to its consistent quality and dependable growth performance across batches, ensuring reliable stock for wholesale plant supply. Natural variation in leaf tone and flower colour is controlled and subtle, supporting uniform presentation across retail lines. Its versatility extends across retail garden centres, interiorscapes, and commercial planting schemes where visual impact and aroma add value. The ongoing demand for aromatic and Mediterranean-themed plant ranges underlines its continual relevance within trade houseplants and complementary product assortments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical Retail Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lavender species is well suited to retail garden centre benches, gift plant ranges, and office environments where its compact size and aromatic properties can enhance customer experience. It performs well in interior displays that offer bright light and good air circulation, helping to maintain foliage quality and flower retention. Commercial interiors benefit from its low maintenance and pleasant scent, ideal for reception areas and breakout zones. Its durable habit and attractive floral presentation also make it suitable for outdoor patio display areas and seasonal gift promotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWholesale \u0026amp; Retail Suitability\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLavandula stoechas demonstrates good shelf life and maintains quality under typical retail humidity and temperature fluctuations. Its compact size and robust root system facilitate safe handling and transport, enabling reliable volume and repeat wholesale supply. Merchandising is straightforward due to uniform pot sizes and predictable growth habit, which aid consistent presentation at the point of sale. Careful handling ensures lasting appeal, allowing easy placement on benches or integrated into mixed plant displays without compromising appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTrade Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLavandula stoechas requires low to moderate maintenance, making it suitable for both retail customers and commercial property maintenance.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plant tolerates a range of light conditions from full sun to partial indoor light, ensuring versatility across mixed indoor environments.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shows strong watering tolerance once established, suited for environments with variable care routines and occasional dryness.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe compact, bushy growth habit allows efficient use of retail space and ease of display for point-of-sale merchandising.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercially, this species fits well within retail, interiorscape, and wholesale plant supply channels due to its reliable performance and aesthetic appeal.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts sturdy nature supports handling during transport and in-store display without significant damage or stress symptoms.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlight natural variation in foliage texture and flower bract intensity adds interest without sacrificing uniformity across trade houseplant batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HIP","offers":[{"title":"17cm Pot \/ 40cm","offer_id":56691724386630,"sku":"2-40cm-17cm-ls-32","price":4.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/8195\/2582\/files\/DF698572B78752D6976B337AF3F616E288432124FBDB13718EA953287F449E65.jpg?v=1780333519","url":"https:\/\/wholesaleplantshop.co.uk\/products\/lavandula-stoechas-40cm-17cm-pot","provider":"Wholesale Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}