Lavender 薰衣草 (Lavandula)
$8.10
incl. GST
- The actual plant may differ as each pot has its own unique natural look and although look identical but never 100% similar to the image pictured here.
- Flowers/Fruits are seasonal and plants may not be with flowers/fruits at the time of order/delivery.
- Overall Height is measured from the bottom of the pot to the tallest point of the plant vertically.
PRODUCT MEASUREMENT
- Plant Overall Height APPROXIMATELY:-
- 30cm for POT SIZE 14cm(Ø)
GENERAL INFORMATION
- These plants are prized for their fragrant lavender flowers, which are used for perfume and sachets, and their gray-green aromatic foliage.
- Lavender, an herb with many culinary uses, also makes a stunning addition to borders and perennial gardens, providing sweeping drifts of color from early summer into fall.
- With its silvery-green foliage, upright flower spikes, and compact shrub-like form, lavender is ideal for creating informal hedges.
- You can also harvest it for fragrant floral arrangements, sachets, and potpourri.
SOIL REQUIREMENT
- Lavender thrives in well drain soil with slight alkalinity, from poor to moderately fertile.
- If you have compacted or clay soil, add some organic matter, compost or coarse sand or perlite to improve drainage.
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FEEDING/FERTILIZER REQUIREMENT
- Lavender plants are light feeders. Fertilize with an all-purpose, highly diluted water-soluble fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks or use a slow-release, organic fertilizer that's rich in minerals, such as compost, seaweed, kelp, shellfish, blood meal, or bone meal every 4 to 6 months.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
- Lavender plants prefers full sun, 6 to 8 hours of sun daily to have optimal growth. Plant in area with good airflow to prevent humidity build-up, which and lead to fungal diseases. Avoid crowding with other plants as this can hinder air circulation.
WATER REQUIREMENT
- Lavender plants are drought tolerant and does well in well-drained soil. Watering sparingly and allow the soil to become slightly dry between waterings.
- Over-watering and allowing the soil to stay constantly moist may cause rot.