Description
English Lavender Seeds grow Lavandula angustifolia Vera, a classic fragrant perennial herb with purple flower spikes and silvery gray-green foliage. This 100-seed packet is sized for home borders, containers, dried lavender bunches, culinary trials, and pollinator-friendly herb plantings.
Why Grow It
- Classic English lavender fragrance with color that dries beautifully.
- Useful for tea, baked goods, sachets, pressed flowers, bunching, and craft projects.
- Perennial where drainage is sharp and summers are not humid or wet.
- Compact 100-seed packet is practical for home gardens, containers, and shared starts.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Lavandula angustifolia |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Perennial in zones 5-8; evergreen in some dry warm zones but dislikes humid, wet summers |
| Mature height | 2-3 ft. tall and wide |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom or harvest window | Flowers in late spring to summer once established |
| Seed count | Approx. 100 seeds, measured by volume |
| Sowing advice | For best germination, fold seeds into a moist paper towel, seal in a bag, and refrigerate for about one month. Then sow on or barely under the surface of a fine mix around 70 F and keep gently moist. |
| Spacing | 18-24 in. apart in borders, herb beds, or containers |
| Germination | Often starts in about 14 days after cold stratification; some seedlings may take longer |
Best For
- home herb borders and containers
- fragrant pollinator edges
- dried lavender bunches and sachets
- tea, baked goods, and culinary lavender trials
- well-drained sunny beds
Packet Details
Includes approx. 100 Lavandula angustifolia seeds measured by volume. Store seeds cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Use very well-drained soil; perlite can help prevent wet roots, especially in humid climates.
FAQ
Does English lavender need cold stratification?
It is strongly recommended. A month in a moist paper towel in the refrigerator can greatly improve germination.
Can English lavender grow in humid climates?
It can be grown, but humidity and wet soil are the main challenges. Use containers, excellent drainage, and extra airflow where summers are humid.
Is this lavender edible?
English lavender is commonly used in small amounts for tea, baked goods, and culinary experiments.
How is this different from the bulk listing?
This is the approx. 100-seed packet for smaller home plantings. The bulk listing is intended for larger rows, mini-fields, or shared starts.
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