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ENGLISH
LAVENDER |
| English
Lavender is an wonderfully aromatic herb that produces
deep lavender blue flowers from late spring until summer.
Use English Lavender for accent plantings, borders and in
dried arrangements or pot pourrie. Lavender's dried flowers
and leaves help repel moths and can be used in sachets. |
| Exposure:
Lavender prefers full sun but will tolerate part shade.
Plant 18-24" (46-61 cm.) apart. |
| Type:
Perennial in zones 6-9. |
| Water:
Drought tolerant |
| Growth:
Grows 18 to 30" tall. |
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Propogation:
If planting outside from seeds, you can sow them from late
fall to early spring in any climate. The seeds will benefit
from winter cold. Plant the seeds about 1/8" deep and
1" apart. When plants are 1-2" tall, thin them
to 12" between plants.
If planting inside from seeds, start them 8 to 10 weeks
before the last frost. Plants will begin to emerge 3 to
5 weeks after planting. Transplant the seedlings outside
after the last frost. |
| History:
English Lavender is thought to be a descendant of the lavender
that was first brought to England by the Romans. Lavender
was one of several herbs that were carried and planted by
the Roman armies as they traveled. Lavender was prized for
its fragrance, insect repellant qualities and medical benefits.
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