Refers to the plant itself, its flowers, or products derived from it (e.g., essential oil, scent).
I planted lavender in the garden.
I like the scent of lavender.
noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Describes the pale purple color associated with lavender flowers. Often used with の to modify nouns.
I bought a lavender-colored cardigan.
I planted lavender in the garden.
She was wearing a lavender-colored dress.
This soap smells of lavender.