Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
History
lavender dates back over 2000 years. it original use was for cerimonial and it powerful aromatics. it was used to wash laundry, disenfect floors, repel insects and even had a connection with the after life. by the middle ages and the pleague it was believe to ward off sickness however, many believe it was more for odor control. even now lavender haas been know for its aromatics becoming popular in soaps, perfumes and other cleaning products. it is also used in teas to help relieve stress and anxiety
Growing conditions
Sunlight
Needs atleast 6 hours of direct sunlight
Temperature Range
75F-100F
Soil Conditions
Sandy soil.
Water
.5 to 1.5 inches of water per week.
Water the plants when the topsoil is dry to the touch.
Nutrients
10-10-10
pH
6.5-7.5
Plant care
Sowing Seeds
Plant seeds on the surface of the soil lightly pressing them in. keep soil moist during this time.
Germination
Seeds can take 2 to 4 weeks to germinate
Keeps seed in a well bright area that recieves atleast 12 hours of sunlight per day and keep the soil moist.
Pruning
Cut spent flowers back 2 to 3 inches about the woody stems. If you harvest lavender do this in the spring.
Shape the bush and and cut back the the green growth to prevent woody legs from forming.
Harvest
harvesting should be done throughout the summer and fall. cut back the flowers to encourage new buds to form throughout the year.
Growing Tips
Shape and pruning every year is require to prevent a woody plant from forming.
Garden plotter quick facts
Spacing
10" to 16"
Water needs
Low
Sunlight
Full Sun
Root vegetable that grows best in loose, sandy soil.
