Product description
This popular garden herb makes a great addition to borders and flower beds. Its evergreen foliage provides silvery colour interest and texture throughout the year, and, in summer, the dense spikes of vibrant purple flowers add a pop of colour to the garden. These blooms are bursting with nectar and are irresistible to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The foliage and flowers make attractive cut displays and can be arranged fresh or dried.
Lavandula Hidcote is one of the best culinary lavender cultivars. It can be used fresh or dried as a rub or seasoning to add flavour to meats and stews. The flowers and buds can be harvested for making tea, and you’ll notice your drink has a violet hue due to the rich colour of the blooms.
English lavender is a relatively slow growing herb, making it ideal for growing in pots - but bear in mind that container plants need watering more often. This is a low-maintenance small shrub that is easy to care for. Plant it in full sun, out of strong winds and ensure the soil is free draining. This variety of lavender is hardy to UK winters and only needs pruned annually to keep its dense, bushy shape.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Leave spent flowers in place towards the end of the growing season to provide a valuable food source for birds.
How to Water
Water regularly for the first year. Once established, lavender only needs to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Plant lavender in full sun in light, well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and boost the nutrients by adding in some organic matter. Water the hole, allowing it to drain well, then position the plant and backfill with soil, firming gently. Leave at least 35-45etween plants and water in well.