What are the other names for lavender? You'll know after reading this

Flowers & Gardening Jan 1, 1970 0 views

Native to the Mediterranean coast, various parts of Europe and the islands of Oceania, it was later widely cultivated in the UK and Yugoslavia. Its leaves and flower colors are elegant and refined, and its blue-purple inflorescences are long and graceful. It is a new perennial cold-hardy flower for the garden.

Other names for lavender

Lingxiangcao, vanilla, yellow vanilla

Lavender's growth habits

Lavender's temperature requirements

Lavender has very strong adaptability. Adult plants tolerate both low and high temperatures, and during the harvest season can withstand high temperatures of around 40°C. In the Huanglong area of Shaanxi, lavender plants overwinter safely in the open field at -21°C; in Xinjiang, with soil mounding and snow cover, they can tolerate low temperatures of -37°C, and seedlings can tolerate low temperatures of -10°C. During the growth and development process of lavender the following year, when the average temperature is around 8°C, it begins to sprout and needs 10-15d; when the average temperature is 12-15°C, the plant branches begin to turn green and elongate, requiring 20d; when the average temperature is 16-18°C, it begins to form buds, requiring 25-30d; when the average temperature is 20-22°C, it begins to bloom; when the average temperature is 26-32°C, it is the seed-setting stage.

Xuyicao's water requirements

Lavender is a plant that prefers dry conditions and does not store much water. An annual rainfall of 600-800mm is more suitable. During the green-up stage and bud stage, the plants grow faster and need more water; during the flowering stage they need less water; during the seed-setting stage the water amount should be moderate; during the winter dormant period, winter irrigation or snow cover is needed. Therefore, the ideal rainfall distribution throughout the year is abundant in spring, moderate in summer, and sufficient snow in winter.

Lavender's sunlight requirements

Lavender is a long-day plant and requires sufficient sunlight during its growth and development period, with annual sunshine hours required to be above 2000h. In a damp and shady environment, the plant grows slowly or ages quickly and develops poorly.

Lavender's soil requirements

Lavender has a relatively developed root system and prefers deep, loose, well-aerated, fertile soil rich in silicon and calcium. Soil that is strongly acidic or alkaline, heavy in clay, poorly drained, or in plots with a high groundwater level is not suitable for planting.

Lavender's flower meaning

In European tradition, lavender seems naturally connected with love. A large number of love legends or folk customs involve lavender, and "Lavender Represents True Love" is the most representative lyric poem of the Elizabethan era. The flower meaning of lavender is "waiting for love," just as portrayed in the TV drama "Lavender." Lavender signifies a subtle expression of love, a steadfast promise, and being able to join hands after going through hardships. Lavender is regarded by people as one of the important tools for driving away impurities and for incense.