Lavender Plant Varieties

November 08, 2024 Post a Comment

Lavender plant varieties

'Jean Davis' is the most popular culinary lavender variety. Unlike most English lavender varieties, this plant has soft pink flowers, so it will stand out in the herb garden. It has a somewhat compact habit compared to other varieties (12” tall and 18” wide), so is also a good choice for small-space gardens.

What are the four types of lavender?

English Lavender, Portuguese Lavender, French Lavender, Spanish Lavender, Lavandin.

How many different types of lavender plants are there?

Currently there are over 45 different species with over 450 varieties. More lavender species/varieties have yet to be classified. Lavender belongs to the genus Lavandula. In Northern latitudes the two most common species are angustifolia and x intermedia (also called lavandin).

Which lavender is the most fragrant?

Commonly grown in the lavender fields of France, 'Grosso' lavandin plants are the most fragrant of all lavenders. Its strongly scented purple flowers are often used in making perfumes and sachets.

What is the longest lasting lavender?

A: Two of the longest blooming kinds of lavender are Lavandula angustifolia 'Irene Doyle' and the hybrid L. 'Goodwin Creek Grey.

Which lavender flower lasts the longest?

French Lavender (Lavandula Dentata) French lavender is more delicate in smell and color than other lavenders. The blooms last the longest out of any type of lavender, throughout the entire summer and potentially through fall.

Which is the hardiest lavender?

Lavandula angustifolia has been prized here for centuries and has become known as English lavender. It's the hardiest of all, with narrow leaves and summer flowering short spikes of flower held just above the foliage.

What is the most beautiful lavender plant?

The highly fragrant French lavender (Lavandula stoechas, 1-3') has some of the showiest flowers of all the lavenders. The Mediterranean native was grown by the Romans for its exceptional scent, and its ability to thrive in hot and dry conditions. It is a bit hardier, surviving to USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10.

What kind of lavender is sold at Costco?

The plant they usually sell, Spanish Lavender (lavandula stoechas), is native to the Mediterranean region and is not cold hardy.

Does lavender spread once planted?

Lavender is a small shrub that usually grows 20 to 24 inches tall and wide. The height includes the flower stalks, so when not in bloom, the foliage may be only a foot tall. The plant does not spread as thyme, oregano, and other herbs tend to.

What is the best month to plant lavender?

The best time to plant Lavender is during the early spring during the months of April and May. This gives the plant time to establish so it can grow successfully during summer. The soil also naturally warms up during this time.

Does all lavender come back every year?

Most lavender plants come back year after year and can live for up to 15 years or more. French and Spanish lavenders are more susceptible to frost damage and may not grow back after a harsh winter.

Which smells stronger English or French Lavender?

English lavender is typically the most appealing variety when it comes to scent and is similar to rosemary. French lavender has a stronger fragrance with more pine notes, making it a popular choice for cleaning and home products. No smell is “better” than the other, it is largely based on individual preference.

Which lavender plant repels mosquitoes?

Lavender Lavender can be successfully used as a mosquito repellent in two ways. First, planting a strongly scented lavender in your garden, such as English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), will confuse mosquitoes and make it harder for them to find you.

How do you make lavender smell stronger?

Another great tip for keeping your dried lavender plants scented much longer, is to add some lavender essential oil to the flowers to rejuvenate the scent once it starts to fade. You can also squeeze or crush the flowers to release their scent.

Is lavender low maintenance?

Once established, lavender is very low-maintenance, but should be pruned annually. Plants that aren't pruned have a tendency to get woody and sprawl, leaving a hole in the middle. In Zone 7 and colder, pruning should be done after flowering in the spring. In Zones 8 and above, prune back after summer flowering.

Should you deadhead lavender?

Proper pruning and deadheading of lavender plants will increase your harvest of flower spikes for dried flowers and make your plants more beautiful and healthy. Lavender benefits greatly from being pruned in mid-spring and deadheaded in the summer.

What month does lavender bloom?

The peak bloom of lavender (Lavandula) is in the summer months from July to August.

Is there a lavender that blooms all summer?

Lavandula stoechas 'Regal Splendour' (Lavender) This French Lavender blooms almost continuously from mid-late spring to late summer.

Are lavender high maintenance?

Lavenders are low maintenance plants and needing little watering, unless planted in containers. They cope well with both drought and frosts are will reliably come back, year after year. A great choice if you're time poor but still desire a spectacular display.