Lavender English (Lavandula Angustifolia - Vera)

The richest in essential oils, this is one of the most aromatic Lavender plants of them all. Reaching 24 to 36 inches high, it boasts 2 1/2 inch, linear, downy leaves on strong stems. The leaves first open white, then turn a pale gray-blue-green color. Stalks of tiny purple flowers grow up to 14 inches tall.

Herb Specifications

Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 6 - 9
Height: 12 - 18 inches
Bloom Season: Early summer to late summer
Bloom Color: Lavender
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Gritty, well-drained and slightly alkaline soils preferred, pH 6.5 - 7.5
House Plant: Yes
Deer Resistant: Yes
Latin Name: Lavandula Angustifolia

Planting Directions

Temperature: 72 - 75F
Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
Light Required: Yes, but avoid direct sunlight by shading seeds after sowing
Depth: Cover seed lightly with soil after sowing
Sowing Rate: 5 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 20 inches

Pros and cons

• Deer-resistant
• Flowering
• Fragrant