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Vera Lavender Seeds

Lavandula angustifolia

5.00 (13 reviews)
  • 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

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Doug

Lavender

Received seeds in good time. Going thru stratification currently. Always pleased with amount of seeds for the price.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Lavender

Lavender

I can't wait to plant my Lavender. I appreciate the quick arrival.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By G

Excellent

Order shipped fast. Awesome!!

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By ATP Grower

pretty

I have one plant from previous Everwilde seed, so I bought another packet. PLAN: Sow now in fall for better germination.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By tobias Ralph W Brown

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!

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Julie Smith

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!

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Matthew Dimos

Not germinate

Been more than two weeks, but iy doesn't germinate

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Jeffery Peck

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.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Gene

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.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By seed grower

well packaged

Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Heike Fuggetta

Perfect!

Good price, fast shipping, love the packaging!

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Henry Hajduk - SE. Michigan

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.

Vera Lavender Seeds 5.0
Review By Stan Green

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

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~2,000 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $7.96 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~28,000 Seeds) $16.80 $15.95 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $48.00 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $180.00 -+
5 Lb Bulk Bag (2.27kg) $810.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $1,440.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Add beauty and fragrance to your herb garden with this variety of English Lavender. Lavender is very popular and can be dried for use in sachets, potpourris, and perfumes. English Lavender seeds grow sturdy plants that produce a profusion of lilac flowers on silvery foliage.
Vera Lavender, the original species of English lavender, has fragrant flowers that dry well and neat, bushy growth. It is also one of the hardiest of all lavenders. Originally growing wild in the mountains of the Mediterranean region, lavender is one of the most versatile of herbs; in addition to its myriad medicinal uses, it is commonly used for cosmetic, aromatherapy, culinary, and decorative purposes. In ancient Egypt it was used as a perfume and as an essential ingredient in incense, while the Greeks and Romans scented their bath water with its fragrant petals. In medieval times, lavender protected sickrooms from insects and infection as well as being an ingredient in smelling salts. Rene Gattefosse, one of the first scientists to research aromatherapy, found that applying lavender essential oil greatly improved the healing of burns. Today there are about 20 main species of Lavandula angustifolia with hundreds of variations; countries all over the world produce lavender commercially, mostly for use in essential oil for decorative purposes.

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

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 13 reviews
5.0

Review By Doug

Lavender

Received seeds in good time. Going thru stratification currently. Always pleased with amount of seeds for the price.

5.0

Review By Lavender

Lavender

I can't wait to plant my Lavender. I appreciate the quick arrival.

5.0

Review By G

Excellent

Order shipped fast. Awesome!!

5.0

Review By ATP Grower

pretty

I have one plant from previous Everwilde seed, so I bought another packet. PLAN: Sow now in fall for better germination.

5.0

Review By tobias Ralph W Brown

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!

5.0

Review By Julie Smith

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!

5.0

Review By Matthew Dimos

Not germinate

Been more than two weeks, but iy doesn't germinate

5.0

Review By Jeffery Peck

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.

5.0

Review By Gene

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.

5.0

Review By seed grower

well packaged

Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.

5.0

Review By Heike Fuggetta

Perfect!

Good price, fast shipping, love the packaging!

5.0

Review By Henry Hajduk - SE. Michigan

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.

5.0

Review By Stan Green

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