{"product_id":"english-lavender","title":"English Lavender","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnglish Lavender (\u003cem\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e) seeds — the quintessential garden herb beloved for its intoxicating fragrance, silvery-green foliage, and stunning spikes of violet-purple blooms. Whether you're planting a fragrant border, crafting dried bouquets, infusing culinary creations, or simply inviting pollinators to your garden, English Lavender delivers beauty and purpose in every season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most versatile and beloved herbs in the world, English Lavender is a timeless addition to any garden — once established, it rewards you with years of fragrant blooms and endless uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 weeks before last frost date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface sow — press seeds lightly onto soil; needs light to germinate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStratification tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate seeds for 3–4 weeks before sowing to improve germination rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–28 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C) — be patient, lavender is slow to sprout!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplant outdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e After last frost when soil has warmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8+ hours per day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water sparingly once established; drought tolerant and hates wet roots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity: \u003c\/strong\u003e 250 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil with low fertility (pH 6.5–7.5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e First year plants may not bloom; full blooms typically in year 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in USDA zones 5–8; treat as annual in colder climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip: Avoid overwatering and heavy clay soils — lavender thrives on neglect! Trim lightly after blooming to encourage bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Seed Baskets ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48239039807702,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/9841\/1222\/files\/bundle-of-english-lavender.png?v=1778458858","url":"https:\/\/theseedbaskets.org\/products\/english-lavender","provider":"The Seed Baskets ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}