English Lavender Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

fragrant purple flower spikes that bees cannot resist. It takes a little patience to start from seed, but once established, lavender rewards you with years of scent, color, and pollinator visits. Who it's for Best for patient gardeners who love fragrance and pollinators. Lavender is famously drought tolerant and thrives on a bit of neglect in the right spot, so once it settles in it is very low maintenance. If you enjoy dried flowers, sachets, or a herb that hums with bees, it is a joy to grow. How & when to plant Lavender seeds germinate slowly and unevenly, and a cold spell helps. Chill the seeds in the fridge for a few weeks before sowing, then start them indoors 8 to 10 weeks before your last frost. Press the seeds onto the surface without covering them, since they need light, and keep them warm; expect sprouts over about two to four weeks. Grow lavender in full sun in soil that drains sharply, spacing plants about 12 to 18 inches apart. Growing & care The golden rule with lavender is drainage: it dislikes wet roots far more than dry soil. Give it full sun, water sparingly once established, and avoid rich or soggy ground. Trim the plants lightly after flowering to keep them compact, and many gardeners see the best blooms from the second year on. Our Lavender growing guide has the full details. Harvest Cut the flower spikes just as the lower buds begin to open, when the scent is strongest, and bundle them to dry in a cool, airy spot. Regular cutting encourages more blooms and keeps plants neat. Benefits & uses Lavender is as useful as it is pretty. Dry the fragrant spikes for sachets and arrangements, use the culinary buds sparingly in baking and herb blends, and enjoy the way the flowers draw bees and butterflies all summer. A lavender plant is a gift to the whole garden. Why gardeners love our lavender seed Our lavender seed is heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated, chosen for strong germination and packed fresh by a licensed seed dealer based in the USA. Start it once and enjoy years of fragrant blooms, saving seed from your own plants along the way. Choose the pack size that fits your garden and get growing.