Backgrounds

Of all the varieties we have bred 'Thumbelina Leigh' remains the most stable proven variety, resulting in immense popularity throughout the world.

Some of the plants are named after family members and friends.
My named varieties are:
In the Lavandula Stocheas Range - Lemon Leigh, Vanessa Leigh, Myrlleigh & Pat Leigh

And the Lavandula Angustifola Range - Thumbelina Leigh, Grace Leigh, Azure Leigh & Ebony Leigh New Series Range - La Petite - La Petite Blue
Most of the above are patented plants or have been in the past.
The variety of different hues I have add to the overall interest in the world of plant breeding.

An exciting new series named 'LA Petite' is at the trialing stage in Europe, patented in U.S.A last year. Our first in the series is named 'LA Petite Blue'. She has a tiny, miniature flower, repeating throughout the summer. This is presently available in Australia, but yet to arrive in New Zealand.

I have many more interesting selections in pinks, whites and blues awaiting evaluation that I cannot share at this stage.

It has been a challenge relocating our plants, initially from the Wairau Valley to a holding patch at sister Sue's property at Rarangi Marlborough, and finally to Queen Charlotte Drive, Picton.

Other challenges to note regarding our move; the heavy clay soil of our new area, road closures due to the weather...the last two years has seen the highest rainfall ever to the Marlborough Sounds.

Despite site development challenges to create the new nursery and many hours of toil, and prayers, the development has progressed well.

Situated on a hillside it was necessary to create terraces. Brian then moved trailer loads of soil from a friends farm in the Wairau Valley. Thank you Denise and Chris.

This was mixed with grit and gravel, gypsum and lime. With drainage sorted the new plants are happy and new seeded plants are popping up.

We plan to add mussel chip to the beds.

We look forward to continue presenting our unique collection of Lavender plants, already sold world - wide, and producing and providing you with our Lavender related products.