The history of lavender can be traced back to 2500 years, when it was intially used as a holy herb. Over time it has found numerous uses from aromatherapy to ornamental. Lavender plants are easy to grow from seeds and make for excellent additoons to both open gardens and containers. A perennial, they pick up growth after the first year.
Lights, Water, Action
Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!
Light
Full Sunlight
Watering
Water daily
Time Till Harvest
12-20 weeks
Where to grow
Terrace or balcony
Seasonal Information
Winter
Growth stages
One step at a time, with a lil water and light.
Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in a sedling tray
Germination will take place in 10-15 days
Transplant the seedlings in 30-35 days
Space the seedlings at 60cm by 60cm
Harvest 250-300 days from transplanting
Sow, Grow, Reap
Good things take time and care
Sowing
Herb plants are grown by transplantation method.
Seeds can be sown any time of the year in India, However best time to sow is from August to December.
Sow the seeds indoors, in seedling trays, 0.5 cm deep, preferably in coco-peat
Seeds should germinate in 7-14 days.
Let the germinated seedlings grow in a seedling tray for 3-4 weeks before transplantation.
Keep the seedling tray in semi shade while the germinating seedlings grow.
Transplant the healthy seedlings in pots or yard gardens.
Use good quality organic potting mixture to grow herb plants. Like garden soil mix OR Pot-o-mix.
Caring
Herb plants should be grown in a 12 inch round pot.
Keep your herb plant in a sunny outdoor location for best flavour. The plant does not mind partial sunlight of 3-4 hours.
Herb plants require regular watering by shower method every alternate day.
Add a handful of vermicompost to the herb plant every 20 days.
Keep pinching the growing tips of the plant as you harvest the foliage.
Never harvest more than one-third of the plant at a time.
Common Problems
1. Why is my herb dying? Always look for the early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections. Spay appropriate fungicides or pesticides as soon as any symptoms of such diseases are spotted. Watch out for snails and slugs.
2. Why is my herb not growing? Herbs are cool season plants. They struggle to grow in hot climatic situations. Also waterlogging in the soil is also harmful to plants. Use well drained potting soil for growing your herbs.
3. Why are the flowers of my lavender plant dropping? Lavender flowers drooping is a very common problem, and if often comes down to water. ... Lavender is a Mediterranean plant that prefers sandy, low quality soil that drains very quickly. If you've planted it in dense soil or are watering it daily, this might be the cause of your lavender flowers drooping.
4. What conditions does lavender like to grow in? Lavender is a Mediterranean plant (in needs if not always in geographic origin) and needs lots of sun and fast-draining soil. It will not survive long in shady, damp or extremely cold conditions. It prefers poor, dry or moderately fertile soil, including chalky and alkaline soils.
Spill the tea
All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended
Plants with benefits
Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy. The fragrance from the oils of the lavender plant is believed to help promote calmness and wellness. It's also said to help reduce stress, anxiety, and possibly even mild pain. Lavender is naturally anti-bacterial and owing to its calming scent and numerous other benefits, lavender is a core ingredient of many hair and skin care products.
What you get
Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy. The fragrance from the oils of the lavender plant is believed to help promote calmness and wellness. It's also said to help reduce stress, anxiety, and possibly even mild pain. Lavender is naturally anti-bacterial and owing to its calming scent and numerous other benefits, lavender is a core ingredient of many hair and skin care products.
Green trivia
1.During the Bubonic Plague in the 17th century, lavender was used as a remedy to ward off potential disease.
2.When it comes to plant symbolism, lavender represents purity, devotion, serenity, grace, and calmness.
3.Unsurprisingly, Queen Victoria was also a huge fan of lavender. She made sure that all of her furniture was cleaned with a lavender-based solution, and her drink of choice was lavender-infused tea to help ease her stomach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does lavender keep bugs away?
Lavender. A soothing favorite for centuries, lavender repels fleas, moths, mosquitoes, and many other insects. While oil extracted from the flowers makes an effective mosquito repellent, just the plant itself can ward off unwelcome insects.
Does lavender prefer sun or shade?
Light: Lavender needs full sun and well-drained soil to grow best. In hot summer climates, afternoon shade may help them thrive. Soil: Lavender grows best in low to moderately-fertile soils, so don't amend the soil with organic matter before planting.
Which is the most fragrant lavender?
The most fragrant Lavender plants are the Lavandin (Lavandula x intermedia). Several cultivars of English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) are also prized for their delightful scent. Lavandula x intermedia, also called Lavandin, is a hybrid cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia.
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<h2>Sow, Grow, Reap</h2>
<p>Good things take time and care</p>
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<h3>Sowing</h3>
<ul>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Herb plants are grown by transplantation method. </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Seeds can be sown any time of the year in India, However best time to sow is from August to December.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Sow the seeds indoors, in seedling trays, 0.5 cm deep, preferably in coco-peat </li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Seeds should germinate in 7-14 days.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Let the germinated seedlings grow in a seedling tray for 3-4 weeks before transplantation.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Keep the seedling tray in semi shade while the germinating seedlings grow.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Transplant the healthy seedlings in pots or yard gardens.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Use good quality organic potting mixture to grow herb plants. Like garden soil mix OR Pot-o-mix.</li></p>
</ul>
</div>
</div>
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<img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/growing.jpg" alt="Fill the cells/cups with a moist coco-peat medium" title="Fill the cells/cups with a moist coco-peat medium">
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<h3>Caring</h3>
<ul>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Herb plants should be grown in a 12 inch round pot.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Keep your herb plant in a sunny outdoor location for best flavour. The plant does not mind partial sunlight of 3-4 hours.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Herb plants require regular watering by shower method every alternate day.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Add a handful of vermicompost to the herb plant every 20 days.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Keep pinching the growing tips of the plant as you harvest the foliage.</li></p>
<p><li style="list-style: disc;">Never harvest more than one-third of the plant at a time.</li></p>
</ul>
</div>
</div>
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<h3>Common Problems</h3>
<p><b>1. Why is my herb dying?</b><br>
<span>Always look for the early signs of any insect/fungal/ any other infections. Spay appropriate fungicides or pesticides as soon as any symptoms of such diseases are spotted. Watch out for snails and slugs.</span> <br>
<p><b>2. Why is my herb not growing?</b><br>
<span>Herbs are cool season plants. They struggle to grow in hot climatic situations. Also waterlogging in the soil is also harmful to plants. Use well drained potting soil for growing your herbs.</span> <br>
<p><b>3. Why are the flowers of my lavender plant dropping?</b><br>
<span>Lavender flowers drooping is a very common problem, and if often comes down to water. ... Lavender is a Mediterranean plant that prefers sandy, low quality soil that drains very quickly. If you've planted it in dense soil or are watering it daily, this might be the cause of your lavender flowers drooping.</span> <br>
<p><b>4. What conditions does lavender like to grow in?</b><br>
<span>Lavender is a Mediterranean plant (in needs if not always in geographic origin) and needs lots of sun and fast-draining soil. It will not survive long in shady, damp or extremely cold conditions. It prefers poor, dry or moderately fertile soil, including chalky and alkaline soils.</span> <br>
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<h2>Lights, Water, Action</h2>
<p>Got the seeds, now, let'em shoot!</p>
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<h4>Light </h4>
<p>Full Sunlight</p>
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<img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/watering_icon.png"" title="Water Once A Week" alt="Water Once A Week">
<h4>Watering</h4>
<p>Water daily</p>
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<h4>Time Till Harvest </h4>
<p>12-20 weeks</p>
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<h4>Where to grow</h4>
<p>Terrace or balcony</p>
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<h4>Seasonal Information</h4>
<p>Winter</p>
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<h2>Growth stages</h2>
<p>One step at a time, with a lil water and light.</p>
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<div class="asideSection pure-u-lg-1-5 pure-u-md-1-3 pure-u-sm-1-3 pure-u-1-1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Sow the seeds in a big pot and water it daily" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/sowinginseedlingtray_icon.png" alt="Sow the seeds in a big pot and water it daily" />
<p>Sow the seeds 0.5 cm deep in a sedling tray</p>
</div>
<div class="asideSection pure-u-lg-1-5 pure-u-md-1-3 pure-u-sm-1-3 pure-u-1-1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Make sure the plant gets partial sunlight" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/germination_icon.png" alt="Make sure the plant gets partial sunlight" />
<p>Germination will take place in 10-15 days</p>
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<div class="asideSection pure-u-lg-1-5 pure-u-md-1-4 pure-u-sm-1-4 pure-u-1-1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Create a support system for the leaves and stems" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/transplanting_icon.png" alt="Create a support system for the leaves and stems" />
<p>Transplant the seedlings in 30-35 days</p>
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<div class="asideSection pure-u-lg-1-5 pure-u-md-1-4 pure-u-sm-1-4 pure-u-1-1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Create a support system for the leaves and stems" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/spacing_icon.png" alt="Create a support system for the leaves and stems" />
<p>Space the seedlings at 60cm by 60cm</p>
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<div class="asideSection pure-u-lg-1-6 pure-u-md-1-4 pure-u-sm-1-4 pure-u-1-1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Create a support system for the leaves and stems" data-src="/media/wysiwyg/harvest_icon.png" alt="Create a support system for the leaves and stems" />
<p>Harvest 250-300 days from transplanting</p>
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</section><section class="importantTips section-container">
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<h2>Spill the tea</h2>
<p>All the plant gossip, through the grapevine. Pun intended</p>
</div>
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<div class="asideSection healthier1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." data-src="/media/wysiwyg/lavender_hwh1.jpg" alt="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." /></div>
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<h2>Plants with benefits</h2>
<p>Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy. The fragrance from the oils of the lavender plant is believed to help promote calmness and wellness. It's also said to help reduce stress, anxiety, and possibly even mild pain. Lavender is naturally anti-bacterial and owing to its calming scent and numerous other benefits, lavender is a core ingredient of many hair and skin care products.</p>
</div>
</div>
<div class="importantTipsIn">
<div class="asideSection healthier1 mobileImgShow"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." data-src="/media/wysiwyg/lavender_hwh2.jpg" alt="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." /></div>
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<h2>What you get</h2>
<p>Lavender is most commonly used in aromatherapy. The fragrance from the oils of the lavender plant is believed to help promote calmness and wellness. It's also said to help reduce stress, anxiety, and possibly even mild pain. Lavender is naturally anti-bacterial and owing to its calming scent and numerous other benefits, lavender is a core ingredient of many hair and skin care products.</p>
</div>
<div class="asideSection healthier1 mobileImgHide"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." data-src="/media/wysiwyg/lavender_hwh2.jpg" alt="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." /></div>
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<div class="importantTipsIn">
<div class="asideSection healthier1"><img class="lazyload" src="https://media.ugaoo.com/spin-loader.svg" title="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." data-src="/media/wysiwyg/lavender_hwh3.jpg" alt="Plants growing in containers need more fertilizing than those in the ground. The more you water, the more quickly you flush the nutrients out of the soil." /></div>
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<h2>Green trivia</h2>
<p><b>1.</b>During the Bubonic Plague in the 17th century, lavender was used as a remedy to ward off potential disease.</p>
<p><b>2.</b>When it comes to plant symbolism, lavender represents purity, devotion, serenity, grace, and calmness.</p>
<p><b>3.</b>Unsurprisingly, Queen Victoria was also a huge fan of lavender. She made sure that all of her furniture was cleaned with a lavender-based solution, and her drink of choice was lavender-infused tea to help ease her stomach.</p>
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<h1>Frequently Asked Questions</h1>
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<h2>Does lavender keep bugs away?<span></span></h2>
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<p>Lavender. A soothing favorite for centuries, lavender repels fleas, moths, mosquitoes, and many other insects. While oil extracted from the flowers makes an effective mosquito repellent, just the plant itself can ward off unwelcome insects.</p>
</div>
</div>
<div class="staticIn accordian accordianQtn">
<h2>Does lavender prefer sun or shade?<span></span></h2>
<div class="careerDesc">
<p>Light: Lavender needs full sun and well-drained soil to grow best. In hot summer climates, afternoon shade may help them thrive. Soil: Lavender grows best in low to moderately-fertile soils, so don't amend the soil with organic matter before planting.</p>
</div>
</div>
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<h2>Which is the most fragrant lavender?<span></span></h2>
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<p>The most fragrant Lavender plants are the Lavandin (Lavandula x intermedia). Several cultivars of English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) are also prized for their delightful scent. Lavandula x intermedia, also called Lavandin, is a hybrid cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia.</p>
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