English Lavender is an aromatic shrub with purple flowers. Native to the Mediterranean regions. Hardy in zones 5-10.
Growing instructions for the English Lavender
The seeds have a period of dormancy. They can be planted outdoors in the spring or summer and they will germinate the next spring or they can be cold stratified to simulate winter conditions and to break their dormancy at any time of the year. 1. Put the seeds in a ziplock bag. 2. Put the bag in the refrigerator and leave it there for 3-6 weeks. 3. Put a mixture of sand and potting soil in a pot. 4. Sow the seeds on the surface of the soil. Do not cover the seeds. The seeds need light to germinate. 5. Water the soil. Keep the soil moist. The seeds germinate in 4-6 weeks.