Imperial Gem Lavender - Lavandula Angustifolia

DETAILS

Genus: Lavandula

Species: Angustifolia

Variety: Imperial Gem Lavender, perennial

Hardiness Zones: 5-9

Height: 12-18"

Flower Color: Rich Violet Purple

Bloom Time: Early Summer to Mid Summer

Used: Fresh cut flowers, buds fresh or dried, highly fragrant, dried lavender bouquets, crafts, and sachets.

LAVENDER ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF NATURE

Earth - Lavender plants are native to the Mediterranean area and grow best in stony, gravelly, and sandy habitats with poor quality soil that is well-drained with an alkaline pH between 6.5 to 7.5.

Water - Established Lavandula plants are drought resistant and do not require frequent watering.

Sun - Lavender plants grow best in Full Sun with at least 8-hours of direct light.

Wood - In early spring when the Lavender plant is still dormant prune the evergreen foliage to rejuvenate your plant and stimulate new growth.

HARVESTING LAVENDER

Essential Oils: When is the best time to harvest lavender for essential oils? The best time to harvest lavender for essential oil is when the flower buds are in full bloom.

Flower Bouquets: When is the best time to harvest lavender for dried flower bouquets? The best time to harvest lavender for dried flower bouquets is when the buds just start to open and prior to the buds fully blooming.

LAVENDER FRAGRANCE

Lavender fragrance attracts butterflies and beneficial insects. Lavender is deer and rabbit resistant and a tick-repelling plant. Crushed lavender flowers produce a fragrance and oil that can repel mosquitos. With Lavender Essential Oil you can make your own Natural Bug Spray!