Lavender Planting Methods and Care Tips
1. Soil
Lavender is a perennial small shrub with a well-developed root system. It prefers loose, breathable soil with good drainage. You can add some large-grained sand to increase breathability and water permeability. Siliceous-calcareous soil is best. You can go to a flower shop to buy it.
2. Seeds
A simple and effective method is to select moderately sized, plump seeds and soak them in warm water below 40°C. After half a day, rub them repeatedly with fine gauze to break down the sticky substance outside the seed coat, which promotes germination. If you don't have fine gauze, you can soak them for an extra 24 hours for a similar effect. When selecting seeds, pay attention to the shelf life and avoid choosing expired seeds.
3. Watering
Lavender cannot tolerate moisture. If the soil stays wet for a long time, the base will rot and the plant will die. It is best to water in the morning, avoiding sunlight. After watering once, wait until the soil dries before watering again. In spring and autumn, once a week is fine. In summer, when temperatures are high, once every 2 to 3 days is enough. In winter, about once every half month. When watering, avoid splashing water on the leaves or flowers, as this easily breeds pests. If placed outdoors, take care to avoid getting rained on.
Lavender is a full-sun plant and needs plenty of sunlight. In summer, lavender cannot tolerate high temperatures. After May, it needs to be moved to a place with less direct sunlight, with attention to ventilation and ambient temperature. In winter, it is best to give it all-day sun. Insufficient light will cause lavender not to bloom. Next, let me tell you the things to note when planting lavender.
Small tips to note when growing lavender:
Perlite, vermiculite and peat moss can be mixed together in the soil for growing. Note: avoid soil that is strongly acidic or alkaline.
About once a month, you can go to a flower shop and buy a dozen or so organic granular fertilizer. Note: it is better to fertilize less than too much, as too much will kill the lavender.
When transplanting into a large pot, wait until the seedlings have grown 4 or 6 small leaves before transplanting. It is best to transplant when the soil is slightly dry. After transplanting, water and shade for a few days before exposing to sunlight. 4. After sowing the seeds, you can cover the container with a layer of plastic wrap and poke a few small holes for ventilation, which helps promote seed germination.
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