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What do I add to lavender soil?

Plant lavender in well-drained, slightly alkaline soil with a pH between 6.7 and 7.3. You can add builder's sand to the soil before planting to increase drainage, which is vital because lavender will not tolerate excessive soil moisture or humidity.

How do you keep weeds out of lavender?

Landscape fabric covered with mulch may be your best option. This will help control weeds as well as hold moisture, and is recommended in our climate. Lavender is drought tolerant once established, but you will need to water once or twice a week until then. The root zone should not be allowed to dry out in winter.

Does lavender make good ground cover?

Lavender (Lavandula spp.) makes a fragrant ground cover for dry, hot areas. Place the plants 12 to 18 inches apart in well-draining, sandy soil. Within two or three years, they'll spread to form a thick ground cover.

How far apart should lavender rows be?

Lavender plants require full sun and well-drained soil. Amend the soil with organic matter at planting time. Depending on your cultivar you should plan on spacing the plants 12 to 15 inches apart. Most hedges will fill in within one year.

What is the best compost for lavender?

Lavender can also be planted in large containers, 30-40cm (1ft-16in) in diameter.

Choose a container with large drainage holes.
Use a multipurpose or loam-based compost such as John Innes No.2.
Mix in lots of coarse grit or perlite (up to 25 percent by volume) to improve drainage.

Is Lavender poisonous to dogs?

Lavender, the plant, does contain a small amount of a compound called linalool, which is toxic to both dogs and cats. The linalool is found in such small concentrations, however, that this is rarely an issue. Problems arise only if a dog ingests a very large quantity of lavender.

How do you grow lavender in a row?

Planting. Lavender likes room to grow, so depending on the size of the lavender variety, space them 2 to 3 feet apart within the row with 3 to 6 feet between the rows. Put lavender plants in full sun. One thing every lavender grower will agree on is that lavender doesn't like wet feet.

Does Lavender need irrigation?

Lavender is drought-tolerant, which means mature plants don't need to be watered all the time like your other garden plants. Too much water can leave them susceptible to root rot and fungal disease. Young, newly planted lavender does need regular watering until established (either by irrigation or adequate rainfall).

How do you irrigate lavender?

Most lavender growers irrigate through drop by drop technique down at the root. Spraying from overhead will most probably hurt the flowers and lower the quality of harvested product.

What is the prettiest lavender?

Best Lavender for Hot & Humid Climates

'Phenomenal®' is a true English lavender that has been tested from Texas to Georgia, and even grows in Florida. Spanish lavenders are also more tolerant of heat and humidity, so if that's the look you're going for, plant 'Anouk' or 'Silver Anouk'.

Which lavender smells the most?

The most fragrant Lavender plants are the Lavandin (Lavandula x intermedia). Several cultivars of English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) are also prized for their delightful scent. Lavandula x intermedia, also called Lavandin, is a hybrid cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia.

What is the hardiest lavender to grow?

Even Portuguese lavender, which is a warm season lavender, becomes hardy in zone 5 when bred with English lavender. These hybrids are called lavandins and are hardy in zone 5 with increased vigor, size and oil content than their parents. The optimal range for English lavender is zone 5 to 8.

What grows well with lavender?

Herbs: Basil and oregano increase the vitality and growth of nearby lavender plants by repelling aphids and various species of flies. Brassicas: Edging cabbage and cauliflower patches with lavender is one way to repel harmful insects like moths, which like to lay their eggs on the underside of the leaves.

Can you hedge lavender?

Lavender is a great plant for pots and tubs. You can also use them around the garden as a hedge or mass plant them as a feature. Lavenders are really versatile plants.

What happens if you don't prune lavender?

An annual pruning is an important step for long-lasting lavender (Lavandula spp. and hybrids) plants. Without it they grow a large, lanky, woody base that can split open — it looks bad and shortens the plant's lifespan.

Do lavender plants like coffee grounds?

Coffee grounds are very high in acid and plants such as lavender and aloe do not benefit from them. ... Only use fresh grounds on acid loving plants and even then, do so sparingly.

Should you cut back lavender?

For most lavender varieties, pruning is best done during spring, summer, or fall after harvest. It's important to prune a few months before winter sets in to prevent frost and breakage from the snow. Regular pruning twice a year gives your plant time regenerate fresh flowers and stay in good shape for the next season.

What does lavender do to dogs?

"[Lavender oil] can be used to calm and soothe your dog by gently rubbing it into your dog's ear, fur and skin while giving your dog a pleasant massage," Cornelius said. "Lavender oil also has antibacterial and anti-itch agents. This is great if your dog has a skin irritation."

Is the smell of lavender bad for dogs?

The Root of the Behavior

Lavender is not poisonous to dogs under most circumstances - however, you should use it with caution and only after a consultation with your veterinarian. Since dogs have a very good sense of smell, the lavender oil should always be diluted, otherwise, it is too potent for any dog to enjoy.

Is any lavender poisonous?

Oral use of lavender may cause constipation, headache, and increased appetite. Lavender oil is toxic if taken orally. Some people may develop an allergic reaction to lavender. Nausea, vomiting, headache, and chills have also been reported in some people after inhaling or absorbing lavender through the skin.