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Lavender Stoechas (French Lavender) – HP

$ 2.31

The true French lavender with tiny fragrant deep purple flowers topped by rosy-purple bracts. Stunning in borders or containers, and perfect for attracting the bees!Height: 60cm (24″)Half Hardy PerennialPack size: 125 SeedsAdditional DetailsWhen to Sow French Lavender SeedsFebruary to AugustWhere to SowUnder cover sow the seeds into pots or trays on the surface of a good seed compost and then lightly cover with a sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Place at a temperature of 21-25°C (70-75°F) until seeds germinate which usually takes 14-21 days.What to do NextTransplant seedlings when large enough to handle into pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out 23cm (9″) apart. Overwinter late summer sowings in a cold frame and plant out the following spring.FlowersJuly onwardsHeight60cm (24″)Handy TipIdeal planted in containers on a sunny patio where you can enjoy their sweet fragrance.