Heirloom Seeds
Heirloom ‘Munstead English Lavender’ Seeds
Sold by Annie’s Annuals & Perennials · United States
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Munstead carries the clear, sweet perfume that defines English lavender, without a sharp medicinal edge. Silvery-green foliage forms a compact 1½–2-foot mound, then lifts plump lavender-blue spikes into the early-summer light. Repeated along a sunny border,
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it becomes a fragrant ribbon alive with butterflies and bees. The aromatic flowers are equally welcome in small bouquets, dried bundles, teas, and baking, while established plants meet dry weather with Mediterranean composure. Botanical name: Lavandula angustifolia Cultivar: Munstead Life cycle: Perennial Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9 Exposure: Full sun Sowing: Best started indoors after 6 weeks of cold-moist stratification Planting depth: Cover very lightly Germination: 14–28 days Mature height: 1½–2 ft. Final spacing: 12–18 in. Approximate seed count: 112 Seed-starting help: Tiny seeds, large opinions. This variety begins with a little backstage work. Review how to start flower seeds indoors and when to begin in your climate . Harvest just as the lower flowers open for the richest color and fragrance, then dry small bunches out of direct sun. Discover more fragrant choices in our flower seed packets .