Sow lavender seeds in seed trays in a sheltered setting or greenhouse in June, and the seedlings should be healthy enough to put out into the fields by early April. Eight weeks after sowing seeds, seedlings are usually robust enough. Early spring is also a good time to grow seedlings.
Is It Possible To Cultivate Lavender In South Africa?
Lavender is suitable for many types of gardening. It is simple to cultivate as a water-saving plant in South Africa. They thrive in full sun, as hedges beside fences and garden walkways, and as container plants.
When Is The Best Time To Grow Lavender?
Planting Time: We recommend planting in spring or early summer in places cooler than Zone 6 (Zone 6-1). We recommend planting in early fall in locations warmer than zone 6 (7-10), so the roots can grow throughout the chilly, damp winter conditions.
What Is The Greatest Location For A Lavender Plant?
Lavenders grow in full sun on a well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil (if you have acid soil, choose French lavender, Lavandula stoechas). They tolerate dryness well but may suffer in damp, heavy soils, especially throughout the winter.
How Do I Care For My Lavender Plant?
Lavender thrives in broad light and well-drained soil (add organic matter to improve heavy soils). Starting with the right circumstances is critical for producing lavender effectively. When the earth is nearly dry, water plants deeply but seldom. Every year, shortly after bloom, prune.
When And How Should Lavender Be Watered?
How to Take Care of Lavender. After planting, water once or twice a week until the plants are established. Water mature plants once or twice weekly until buds form, then every two or three weeks until harvest. (Yellowing leaves are frequently an indication of overwatering.)
