Lavandula Angustifolia (English lavender)

Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as English lavender, is characterised by its narrow leaves and shorter stems, topped with compact, barrel-shaped flower heads. This variety is especially prized for its refined fragrance and vibrant appearance.

Folgate and Maillette are two of the highest quality cultivars of English lavender. They are renowned for their beautiful iridescent blue colour and their sweet, delicate scent, which is widely used in fine fragrance, cosmetics, and aromatherapy. These varieties are also valued for producing exceptional quality lavender oil.

These are the varieties grown here at Mayfield Lavender and are carefully harvested and distilled to create the lavender oil used in our range of Mayfield products.

Lavandula x Intermedia (Grosso)

We also grow Grosso, a hybrid lavender created through the natural cross-pollination of Lavandula angustifolia (English lavender) and spike lavender. This variety is larger and more robust, with broader leaves, longer stems, and elegant flower heads that taper to a pointed tip.

Each stem typically carries three flower spikes, allowing the plant to produce a higher yield of oil. The oil extracted from Grosso is known as lavandin oil and is recognised for its fresh, distinctive fragrance with a stronger, more camphoraceous character.

At Mayfield Lavender, Grosso is carefully cultivated and harvested for its exceptional oil yield and bold scent, which is used in selected products and for its aromatic qualities across the farm.

Top Tips for Using Mayfield Lavender Oil: Nature’s Healer

Lavender oil has a huge range of uses due to its aromatic, relaxing, soothing properties. Whether it’s an aromatherapy massage, a few drops of lavender in a warm bath, or a sleep remedy, lavender’s healing and calming properties are known and loved. It is also a wonderful first-aid standby for minor burns, bruises, insect stings, and cuts.

Browse the different varieties of organic lavender oil we have…