Lavandula stoechas - (French Lavender) |
One of the most attractive and fragrant of the lavenders, with intense violet bracts on top of dark purple flower spikes in spring and summer, along with a gorgeous scent
Does well in warmer areas of the garden away from cold winds within a border or in a pot
Evergreen and hardy to around -5 to -10°C
The Royal Horticultural Society has given it the Award of Garden Merit (AGM)
Please note: full germination instructions are printed on each pack
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GROWING DETAILS |
Genus: Lavandula
Species: stoechas
English name: French Lavender
Plant type: Hardy, fragrant and evergreen small shrub
Height: 60 cm (2 feet)
Spread: 60 cm (2 feet)
Season of Interest: Fragrant pink and purple flowers during spring and summer; evergreen foliage
Hardiness: -10°C
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soil in a sunny position
Propagation methods: From seed or semi-hardwood cuttings
GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS |
Lavandula stoechas 🌱 Place in a zip-lock bag with lightly-moist propagation compost or vermiculite, then refrigerate for 4-6 weeks, opening & shaking the bag daily for aeration. Finally sow seeds 2mm deep within propagation compost. Keep compost evenly moist at all times at 15-20°C (59-68°F). Approx. germination time: from 30-90 days onwards.
Caution: Not for consumption. Choking hazard. Keep away from children & pets. Handle with care.
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