Lavender Exceptional™

Exceptional™ is a white-flowered lavandin with broad silver foliage and strong, upright stems. Concept Plants identifies its cultivar denomination as ‘Hillav’ (U.S. Plant Patent 35,846), credits Hillier/Traven as breeder, and lists a mature size up to 32 inches high and wide with flowering from midsummer into autumn. [Concept Plants’ Exceptional plant profile](https://www.conceptplants.com/varieties/lavandula-intermedia-exceptional-hillav) ## Garden use Its sturdy stems and long flowering period suit sunny borders, containers, and cut-flower plantings. The white panicles contrast well with the silver leaves, which remain attractive outside the flowering season. ## Growing conditions Plant in full sun and well-drained soil; avoid waterlogged ground. The RHS profile describes the selection as evergreen, fragrant, and drought resistant once established, with flowers from late spring or early summer until frost. [RHS: Exceptional lavender](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/523293/lavandula-%C3%97-intermedia-exceptional-hilav/details) ## Maintenance Deadhead after flowering and trim foliage lightly in spring. Avoid cutting into old wood.