Vera Lavender Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Refrigerate the English lavender seeds for a month before planting. Plant them just below the surface in soil that drains well, and keep them at a temperature of 60-64 degrees F. Keep the soil moist with a spray bottle to prevent over watering, and shield them from the hottest sun. Germination may take up to a month, and plants will reach a suitable size for transplanting in about 6 months; transplanting can take place either in late spring or fall. Transplant them to bigger pots as carefully as possible to avoid disturbing the roots. Lavender plants prefer full sun and soil that drains well, even rocky or sandy soil. Plant them 24-36" apart in rows 30-36" apart to allow enough space for growth. With proper handling, English lavender seeds can grow in containers; lavender also makes an excellent hedge that attracts birds, bees, and butterflies and repels deer and rabbits.
Growing: The proper amount of moisture is crucial to young lavender plants. Too much water is deadly, but until they are established they need soil that is fairly moist. Mature plants can tolerate drought conditions, but must not become dehydrated. Mulching the plants with gravel or small shells can be helpful to absorb heat and control weeds; being a Mediterranean plant, lavender loves rocky soil. In the plant's first year of growth, pruning the flowers that appear will help it to grow healthy roots and foliage. Mature plants also benefit from yearly, careful pruning.
Harvesting: The best time to harvest lavender is in the morning after the dew has dried. For drying, harvest stalks with just a few buds open; at this stage the fragrant oils have reached their peak. For fresh use, harvest stalks with more of the buds open. Dry bundles of lavender upside down in a cool, dark place for a week or more; to save the buds, strip them from the stalks.
Seed Saving: In the late summer, the flowers will fade and the seeds begin to develop. Remove the stalks individually as they begin to dry and the seeds mature, and spread them out to finish drying away from direct sunlight. Thresh them to remove the seed. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: English Lavender, Garden Lavender, Common Lavender, Narrow-Leaved Lavender
Latin Name: Lavandula angustifolia
Species Origin: Mediterranean
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 28,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Pink, Purple
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic
Lavender
Beautiful scent.]
Lavender
Received seeds in good time. Going thru stratification currently. Always pleased with amount of seeds for the price.
Lavender
I can't wait to plant my Lavender. I appreciate the quick arrival.
Excellent
Order shipped fast. Awesome!!
pretty
I have one plant from previous Everwilde seed, so I bought another packet. PLAN: Sow now in fall for better germination.
in cold stratification
In cold stratification along with the johnny jump ups are tucked away in the fridge, in a moistened paper towel, in a plastic baggy. A great plenty of seeds nicely packaged and arrived in a timely manner. I'm happy!
User error
No successful sprouts, but do to user error! I somehow missed that the seeds needed to be chilled before planting. There are plenty of seeds to try again after chilling. Very impressed with their quick order fill & quality packaging!
Not germinate
Been more than two weeks, but iy doesn't germinate
Patience pays off
I was really bummed at first after trying to germinate these seeds to seemingly no avail. But I sowed about 60 seeds into a starter tray after refrigerating them for 30 days & about 2 months later I have 5 sprouts & they seem to be continuing to come up. Very happy with the product overall.
Quick shipping
I received the order quickly. Too early to tell how the seeds will do. That may take a while. I would order again.
well packaged
Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.
Perfect!
Good price, fast shipping, love the packaging!
Lavender - first time growers
I purchased these seeds ( Lavender ) for my daughter-in-law, for her clean, Professional looking ( nice, but sterile looking ) flower beds, but I'll hold a few seeds back for my wild looking flower beds. I'm sure these plants will look great in both situations.
The girls and flowers
I got these put in just in time for my winter to turn into early summer so I am hoping for at least one to grow I liked the package the seeds came in
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Refrigerate the English lavender seeds for a month before planting. Plant them just below the surface in soil that drains well, and keep them at a temperature of 60-64 degrees F. Keep the soil moist with a spray bottle to prevent over watering, and shield them from the hottest sun. Germination may take up to a month, and plants will reach a suitable size for transplanting in about 6 months; transplanting can take place either in late spring or fall. Transplant them to bigger pots as carefully as possible to avoid disturbing the roots. Lavender plants prefer full sun and soil that drains well, even rocky or sandy soil. Plant them 24-36" apart in rows 30-36" apart to allow enough space for growth. With proper handling, English lavender seeds can grow in containers; lavender also makes an excellent hedge that attracts birds, bees, and butterflies and repels deer and rabbits.
Growing: The proper amount of moisture is crucial to young lavender plants. Too much water is deadly, but until they are established they need soil that is fairly moist. Mature plants can tolerate drought conditions, but must not become dehydrated. Mulching the plants with gravel or small shells can be helpful to absorb heat and control weeds; being a Mediterranean plant, lavender loves rocky soil. In the plant's first year of growth, pruning the flowers that appear will help it to grow healthy roots and foliage. Mature plants also benefit from yearly, careful pruning.
Harvesting: The best time to harvest lavender is in the morning after the dew has dried. For drying, harvest stalks with just a few buds open; at this stage the fragrant oils have reached their peak. For fresh use, harvest stalks with more of the buds open. Dry bundles of lavender upside down in a cool, dark place for a week or more; to save the buds, strip them from the stalks.
Seed Saving: In the late summer, the flowers will fade and the seeds begin to develop. Remove the stalks individually as they begin to dry and the seeds mature, and spread them out to finish drying away from direct sunlight. Thresh them to remove the seed. Store the seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: English Lavender, Garden Lavender, Common Lavender, Narrow-Leaved Lavender
Latin Name: Lavandula angustifolia
Species Origin: Mediterranean
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 28,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: Pink, Purple
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Honeybees, Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic
Reviews
Review
Lavender
Beautiful scent.]
Review
Lavender
Received seeds in good time. Going thru stratification currently. Always pleased with amount of seeds for the price.
Review
Lavender
I can't wait to plant my Lavender. I appreciate the quick arrival.
Review
Excellent
Order shipped fast. Awesome!!
Review
pretty
I have one plant from previous Everwilde seed, so I bought another packet. PLAN: Sow now in fall for better germination.
Review
in cold stratification
In cold stratification along with the johnny jump ups are tucked away in the fridge, in a moistened paper towel, in a plastic baggy. A great plenty of seeds nicely packaged and arrived in a timely manner. I'm happy!
Review
User error
No successful sprouts, but do to user error! I somehow missed that the seeds needed to be chilled before planting. There are plenty of seeds to try again after chilling. Very impressed with their quick order fill & quality packaging!
Review
Not germinate
Been more than two weeks, but iy doesn't germinate
Review
Patience pays off
I was really bummed at first after trying to germinate these seeds to seemingly no avail. But I sowed about 60 seeds into a starter tray after refrigerating them for 30 days & about 2 months later I have 5 sprouts & they seem to be continuing to come up. Very happy with the product overall.
Review
Quick shipping
I received the order quickly. Too early to tell how the seeds will do. That may take a while. I would order again.
Review
well packaged
Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.
Review
Perfect!
Good price, fast shipping, love the packaging!
Review
Lavender - first time growers
I purchased these seeds ( Lavender ) for my daughter-in-law, for her clean, Professional looking ( nice, but sterile looking ) flower beds, but I'll hold a few seeds back for my wild looking flower beds. I'm sure these plants will look great in both situations.
Review
The girls and flowers
I got these put in just in time for my winter to turn into early summer so I am hoping for at least one to grow I liked the package the seeds came in