Description

Note: We will combine multiple orders that you make at the same time, with one shipping cost. Single orders of seeds are sent via first-class, stamped envelope. At this lower postage rate, the USPS does not provide a Tracking Number, but if your items total over $10.00 we will provide a tracking number (Postal Service charges $5.05 for a one-ounce padded envelope with tracking). Lavender - Vera Variety Distinct from what is called "English Lavender" although some seed catalogs have confusing language. Lavandula angustifolia (also Lavandula spica or Lavandula vera; common lavender, true lavender, narrow-leaved lavender or English lavender(though not native to England); formerly L. officinalis) is a flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to the western Mediterranean region, primarily in thePyrenees and other mountains in northern Spain. Growth It is a strongly aromatic shrub growing to 1–2 m tall. The leaves are evergreen, 2–6 cm long and 4–6 mm broad. The flowers are pinkish-purple (lavender-coloured), produced on spikes 2–8 cm long at the top of slender, leafless stems 10–30 cm long. [edit]Etymology The species name angustifolia is Latin for "narrow leaf". The genus nameLavandula simply means lavender. Previously, it was known as Lavandula officinalis, Latin for "official lavender" or "true lavender", which is one of itscommon names. This indicated it was the official medicinal lavender. Cultivation English lavender is commonly grown as an ornamental plant. It is popular for its colourful flowers, its fragrance and its ability to survive with low water consumption. It does not grow well in continuously damp soil. It is fairly tolerant of low temperatures, generally considered hardy to USDA zone 5.[2] Botanical Name - Lavandula angustifolia Plant Height - 18-30" Seeds Per Gram - 928 Sow Depth - 1/8" Breed - Open-pollinated Sun - Full Sun Growing Conditions Container Friendly Life Cycle - Annual Sow Method - Transplant Days To Maturity (# Days) 100