Lavender Hidcote Blue Seeds

Classic and highly fragrant with compact bushy growth and deep violet blue flower spikes.

 

Lavender Hidcote Blue forms neat evergreen mounds of narrow grey green foliage that produce intense aroma throughout the season. Ideal for borders gravel gardens and containers this variety is prized for its long flowering period excellent dried flower quality and strong bee appeal.

 

Seed Qty Approx 100

 

Sow February to April indoors or March to May direct in mild climates

Germination 14 to 28 days with light warmth and steady moisture

Soil Very free draining sandy or loam neutral to slightly alkaline

Height 30 to 45 cm spread 30 to 45 cm

Flowering June to August with possible repeat flushes in warm seasons

Good Companions Nepeta santolina rosemary thyme

Avoid Pairing With Moist heavy clay or dense shade

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow indoors February to April surface sow or cover very lightly in trays of free draining seed compost and keep at 18 to 20°C. Maintain even moisture but avoid waterlogging.

 

Thin or prick out seedlings into small pots when large enough to handle and grow on in bright conditions. Harden off before planting out into a sunny sheltered position after the risk of severe frost has passed. For direct sowing choose March to May in a well prepared free draining bed and protect young plants from excess winter wet.

 

Grow in full sun with very good drainage and avoid high fertility which reduces essential oil production. Mulch sparingly with grit or sharp sand to improve drainage and prune lightly after flowering to maintain compact shape and encourage fresh growth. Allow plants to dry slightly between waterings and harvest flower spikes when showiest for drying or cutting.

 

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