I made quite a study of lavender many years ago. Decided on Lavandula angustifolia: English Lavender, True Lavender. Went our local nursery and luckily found some plants with the latin name on them. Hubby grabbed some hidicote lavender, Could not talk him out of it. Very different results in flower size, and scent. I would look for the latin name Lavandula angustifolia: English Lavender, True Lavender.
I found this on an internet search. I have no idea if it’s true, but it might help in making a decision.
*** Bonnie Plants offers English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), specifically the Lavandula x intermedia ‘Bonnie’ hybrid, known for its fragrant, silvery foliage and deep purple blooms. The 8-inch Bonnie Plants® Lavender is visually striking and emits a delightful, relaxing aroma.***
https://oggardenonline.com/what-type-of-lavender-does-bonnie-plants-sell.html
Thank you all for the input. Yes, English Lavender is what my teen daughter wants for fragrance and culinary purposes but the label on the bonnie plants at walmart just said ‘Lavender.’
It’s like going to a restaurant and the menu just says ‘fish’ but nothing more specific.
Thank you for confirming the bonnie plants are fragrant and a hybrid of English lavender.
Lavandula angustifolia
https://www.rareseeds.com/lavender
https://www.rareseeds.com/lavender-ellagance-purple
All the rest are Lavandula multifida
https://www.rareseeds.com/store/plants-seeds/herbs/lavender-seeds