Lavender Seeds - Lavandula, Drought Tolerant Flowers, 100+ seeds

Quantity: 100+ seeds / pack

Climate: Cold, Temperate

Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

Lavender Vera is also known as English Lavender and is thought to be the original. There are many varieties of lavender now with various scents and growing habits. Some lavenders are used medicinally and others in perfumes, air fresheners, soaps and decorations.

Depending on the species, you can grow lavender plants in gardening zones 5 through 10, Lavender Vera being in the cold hardy range.

These perennial bushes are very difficult and time consuming to start from seed, so most people tend to purchase one year old plants at garden centers and nurseries. They are easy to care for but will deteriorate after a few years, requiring replacing.

Sow the seeds in soil that is between 72 and 78 degrees, 10-12 seeds per 1/8 inch deep hole, in a bright or sunny spot, keep moist until germination, which will take place 14-21 days after sowing. As soon as the first seedlings emerge, move to dappled shade, not full shade, and avoid direct sunlight. Thin plants to the healthiest 1 or 2, spaced at 18"-24".