TWILIGHT DANCER

A Pacific Northwest Original

Species:  Lavandula angustifolia

Cultivar:  ‘Twilight Dancer’

Flower Color:  Dark Purple

Stem Length:  10-12 inches

Plant Height:  15-18 inches

Origin:  introduced by Van Hevelingen Herb Nursery, Newberg, Oregon in 2024.

This cultivar is catching the attention of lavender growers for its compact, vase-shaped structure, and tendency to re-bloom.  It features thick, durable stems that make it a good option for cocktail pick and skewers.  Its intriguing name derives from the way light can appear to dance across the calyces, producing a soft, velvety glow.

The flowers are suitable for cutting, drying, culinary applications, or simply enjoying in a landscape.  There is some thought that this seedling originated as a cross between the cultivars ‘Avice Hill’ and ‘Melissa Lilac’.  Interested in trying something new?  ‘Twilight Dancer’ provides an attractive and unique addition to any garden.

Contributed by

Holly Flowers and Chris Mulder

Lavender Vale Farms & Barn Owl Nursery

Edited & formatted by

Michael Lemmers

RavenCroft