English Lavender

English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) 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.

One 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.

Planting Instructions

• Start indoors: 8–10 weeks before last frost date
• Sow depth: Surface sow — press seeds lightly onto soil; needs light to germinate
• Stratification tip: Refrigerate seeds for 3–4 weeks before sowing to improve germination rates
• Germination: 14–28 days at 65–70°F (18–21°C) — be patient, lavender is slow to sprout!
• Transplant outdoors: After last frost when soil has warmed
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours per day)
• Watering: Water sparingly once established; drought tolerant and hates wet roots
• Quantity:  250 seeds
• Soil: Well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil with low fertility (pH 6.5–7.5)
• Days to bloom: First year plants may not bloom; full blooms typically in year 2
• Perennial: Hardy in USDA zones 5–8; treat as annual in colder climates

Tip: Avoid overwatering and heavy clay soils — lavender thrives on neglect! Trim lightly after blooming to encourage bushy growth.