The Lavender Wyandotte is a beautiful and uncommon color variety of the historic Wyandotte chicken, an American breed first developed during the late 1800s. While the original Silver Laced Wyandotte was created as a practical dual-purpose farm bird, Lavender Wyandottes were developed much later by breeders seeking to introduce the soft, uniform lavender coloring into the breed’s classic rounded body type.
Lavender Wyandottes display pale silver-gray plumage with a subtle lavender cast throughout the entire bird. Unlike the blue color gene, which can produce blue, black, or splash offspring, lavender is created by a recessive gene. When two genetically lavender birds are bred together, their offspring will generally inherit the same lavender coloring.
Known for their calm, friendly, and dependable temperament, Lavender Wyandottes are well suited for families, homesteads, and backyard flocks. They are typically easy to handle and tend to integrate well into mixed flocks. Their dense feathering and broad body shape make them especially cold hardy, although they should always have access to shade and fresh water during hot weather.
Lavender Wyandotte hens are dependable layers, producing approximately 180–220 medium to large brown eggs per year. They generally begin laying between 6 and 7 months of age and may continue producing through portions of the winter. Some hens may become broody and can make attentive mothers when allowed to hatch chicks.
With their soft lavender plumage, rounded shape, rose comb, and gentle disposition, Lavender Wyandottes bring both beauty and practicality to the flock. Their combination of dependable egg production, cold hardiness, and uncommon coloring makes them a popular choice for chicken keepers looking for something distinctive without sacrificing usefulness.
Egg Production: 180–220 per year
Egg Size: Medium to Large
Egg Color: Brown
Mature Weight: Hens 6½ lbs. – Roosters 8½ lbs.
Breed Type: Heritage Dual Purpose
Breed Category: Rare Breed
Temperament: Calm/Friendly
The Lavender Wyandotte is a beautiful and uncommon color variety of the historic Wyandotte chicken, an American breed first developed during the late 1800s. While the original Silver Laced Wyandotte was created as a practical dual-purpose farm bird, Lavender Wyandottes were developed much later by breeders seeking to introduce the soft, uniform lavender coloring into the breed’s classic rounded body type.
Lavender Wyandottes display pale silver-gray plumage with a subtle lavender cast throughout the entire bird. Unlike the blue color gene, which can produce blue, black, or splash offspring, lavender is created by a recessive gene. When two genetically lavender birds are bred together, their offspring will generally inherit the same lavender coloring.
Known for their calm, friendly, and dependable temperament, Lavender Wyandottes are well suited for families, homesteads, and backyard flocks. They are typically easy to handle and tend to integrate well into mixed flocks. Their dense feathering and broad body shape make them especially cold hardy, although they should always have access to shade and fresh water during hot weather.
Lavender Wyandotte hens are dependable layers, producing approximately 180–220 medium to large brown eggs per year. They generally begin laying between 6 and 7 months of age and may continue producing through portions of the winter. Some hens may become broody and can make attentive mothers when allowed to hatch chicks.
With their soft lavender plumage, rounded shape, rose comb, and gentle disposition, Lavender Wyandottes bring both beauty and practicality to the flock. Their combination of dependable egg production, cold hardiness, and uncommon coloring makes them a popular choice for chicken keepers looking for something distinctive without sacrificing usefulness.
Egg Production: 180–220 per year
Egg Size: Medium to Large
Egg Color: Brown
Mature Weight: Hens 6½ lbs. – Roosters 8½ lbs.
Breed Type: Heritage Dual Purpose
Breed Category: Rare Breed
Temperament: Calm/Friendly
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