When To Buy Lavender Plants

Get the ground ready now for when you buy lavender plants in May Don’t buy your lavender until towards the end of May. The soil is warmer and drier by the end of May as well. If you have not done so already, prepare the ground where they will be planted. Buy good sized plants in a sensible pot. Blue is the colour.

What is the best time of year to plant lavender?

Planting Time: In areas colder than Zone 6 (Zone 6-1), we recommend planting in spring or early summer. In areas warmer than zone 6 (7-10), we recommend planting in early fall so the roots can get established during the cool, moist winter weather.

Is it OK to plant lavender now?

The best time to plant tender lavender is in spring, from March through to May. If you have heavy soil, improve drainage by adding horticultural grit to the planting hole before planting. Planting on a slight mound can also help prevent water-logging. Plant lavender at the same depth it was in its pot.

When season do you plant lavender?

Lavender requires well-drained soil and a sunny position. It tolerates soils with a pH between 6 and 8. In most parts of Australia it benefits from added lime at planting and again, when established, in autumn or spring.

Will lavender come back every year?

Lavender is a Low-Maintenance Perennial And this beauty will come back to your garden every year, for about 3-5 years, so it’s a great investment. What is this? Before you make any plant purchases, however, I want to remind you to always choose plants that thrive in your plant hardiness zone.

Can you plant lavender in June?

Fragrant, fast-growing lavender (Lavandula spp.) Colorado State University Extension recommends planting lavender in fall or late summer so the young plants have time to establish roots during the cooler months, which will help them bloom better the following summer.

What month does lavender bloom?

Flowering typically occurs as early as May (in areas with mild summers and winters) with another flush of blooms in June followed by another flush of color in late summer or fall.

Should lavender be cut back before winter?

A. Unpruned lavenders tend to become woody and have decreased blooms. However, lavender should not be pruned during the winter. Unlike many perennial plants and shrubs that can be pruned now, it is best to wait to prune lavender until after bloom in spring or in early fall before any danger of frost.

Should lavender be cut back?

Prune for healthier lavender plants An annual pruning is an important step for long-lasting lavender (Lavandula spp. and hybrids) plants. Without it they grow a large, lanky, woody base that can split open — it looks bad and shortens the plant’s lifespan.

How long does it take lavender to grow?

Lavender is a slow grower and may take one to three months to reach transplanting size. The greatest threat to lavender seeds and seedlings is fungus. Keep soil mix moist, but provide good air circulation to help reduce disease outbreaks.

Is lavender easy to grow?

Growing lavender is easy and rewarding. Lavender can be grown in garden beds or in pots. To grow lavender successfully it needs well-drained soil and full sun. In arid climates lavender grows well as a perennial, but in humid climates it is often grown as an annual.

How quickly does lavender grow?

Flowers are produced for about 6 weeks during from early June to mid August, the exact timing depends on the variety. The foliage is attractive all year round. Tolerate periods of drought especially when grown in the open ground.LAVENDER SUMMARY. HARDY (to -12°C) SHADE No EVERGREEN Yes EASY CARE SMALL GARDENS Yes.

Should I cover lavender in the winter?

If you live where subfreezing winter temperatures are common, it’s helpful to cover your lavender plants with evergreen boughs once you’ve had your first frost and the ground is cold. The covering also provides protection from cold winter winds that can dry out the plants and cause die-back of stems.

Does lavender spread quickly?

The lavender plant is a very popular plant that gives off gorgeous flowers. There are several varieties of lavender and while the colors usually vary, you should know that the growing process for most lavenders is essentially the same. Lavender, if you didn’t know, is a fast grower and is going to spread very quickly.

Is lavender a sun or shade plant?

Lavenders demand full sun, although afternoon shade may be appreciated in the hottest climates. Plants are very drought resistant once established, but will flower better if not allowed to dry out.

Can lavender plant survive winter?

As mentioned above, English lavender is winter-hardy to Zone 5 and may only need a bit of help in the form of a thin layer of straw. Otherwise, lavender shouldn’t need any extra care outdoors. Spanish and French lavenders, on the other hand, are only hardy to Zone 8, and will need to be brought indoors in colder areas.

Can you plant lavender in winter?

Lavender is a hardy plant, however winter winds can damage the branches and foliage. You can protect your lavender either by planting your lavender in an area protected from winter winds or you can erect a windbreak around your plants in early winter.

What can you not plant with lavender?

Lavender Companion Plants and Plants to Avoid! Good companion plants that will grow well with lavender are Roses, Alliums, Yarrow, Rosemary, Thyme, and African daisies. You should avoid planting Camellias, Mint, Hosta, and Impatiens with lavender.

How long does lavender plant last?

When sited correctly and pruned judiciously, lavenders should live for five to seven years. Although lavender is fairly drought tolerant, adequate moisture is required throughout the growing season. Most critical are the weeks after planting to ensure that soil around the rootball does not dry out.

Can I prune lavender in November?

Lavender is an evergreen shrub, so it retains foliage year round. It’s best to do your first prune before the fall, but hardier varieties can respond well to a fall pruning before the winter.

Does lavender only bloom once?

Lavender requires exceptionally sharp drainage, in summer as well as winter, fairly lean soil with little fertilizer and full sun. If plants are cut back or pruned after their summer flowering, this can encourage lavender to bloom once again during the moderate weather of early fall.