Lavender

What are Lavender?

Lavender is a type of flowering plant that belongs to the mint family. It is known for its distinctive fragrance and is commonly used in aromatherapy, perfumes, and cosmetics. Lavender is also used in cooking and as a natural remedy for various ailments.

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Key Information:

• Soil
  Plant in well drained soil
• When To Plant
  Plant from March to December
• Plant Type
  Hardy evergreen shrub
• Feeding
  Feed monthly during growing season with liquid or slow release granules from March
• Compost
  Multi-Purpose or John Innes No3
• Watering
  Water regularly especially in hot weather
• Pruning
  Prune after flowering
• Light
  Semi shade to full sun
• Did You Know?
  Lavender is great for it's scent, attracting wildlife and drying

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Types of Lavender:

1. English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): This is the most popular type of lavender and is known for its sweet fragrance and small purple flowers.
2. French lavender (Lavandula stoechas): This type of lavender has a strong, camphor-like scent and is often used in perfumes and soaps.
3. Spanish lavender (Lavandula stoechas): This type of lavender has a similar scent to French lavender but has distinctive "rabbit ears" on the top of its flowers.
4. Lavandin (Lavandula x intermedia): This is a hybrid of English and spike lavender and is often used in commercial products due to its high oil content. It has a strong, camphor-like scent.
5. Spike lavender (Lavandula latifolia): This type of lavender has a strong, medicinal scent and is often used in natural remedies and aromatherapy.

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