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Munstead Lavender Seeds
Munstead Lavender Seeds
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Introduced in 1916, 'Munstead' was named for Munstead Woods in England where it was a favorite of renowned garden designer, writer, and artist, Gertrude Jekyll. 'Munstead' flowers earlier than other lavenders and stays compact. English lavenders are preferred for culinary uses and oils. Heat- and drought-tolerant plants attract pollinators. Add the flowers to a simple syrup to make craft cocktails/mocktails or lavender lemonade. Bake into bread, cookies, or scones, and flavor jellies. Perennial in USDA zones 5-9.
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Variety Info
Family: Lamiaceae
Native: Mediterranean region
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 5 to 9
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Period: Summer
Plant Dimensions: 12"–18" tall (tallest in bloom) and expanding over a few years to 24" wide.
Variety Info: Several ¼"–½" lavender flowers aligned on a flower spike.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, as soon as soil can be worked, or late fall in any climate.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 10 to 12 weeks before your average last frost date. Transplant seedlings after your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 15–90 Days
Seed Spacing: Surface to ⅛"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 18"–24"
Growing Info
Harvesting: For longest vase life, harvest in the morning and choose flower spikes that are partially to fully open. For aromatic and culinary use, cut flower clusters or strip flowers from stems just as flower buds begin to show color. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Cynthia W.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsApr 16, 20241 Star
This is a photo of the soil where I planted my Lavender seeds a month ago! Nothing. I am misting the soil daily and it's getting 3-4 hours of sun a day. The soil is Epson Organic Potting Soil, and the seeds were planted a quarter of an inch down, as instructed on the seed packet. What am I doing wrong? I really wanted some lavender, but I doubt I'm going to get a single stem of it.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerEGEpic GardeningApr 23, 2024Hey Cynthia,
I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive.
The seed packet describes planting seeds at a 1/8" depth, not 1/4". The soil also appears very dry in that image. Just misting the surface may not provide enough moisture to the seeds; you may need additional water to keep the soil consistently moist during lavender's long germination process - it can take up to 90 days to germinate.
As indicated both on the outside and the inside of the packet, lavender seed requires cold stratification for optimal germination. This process of subjecting seeds to moisture and cold treatment helps them to break dormancy. Stratification occurs naturally when the seed is sown outdoors in the fall, but if you're starting seeds in the spring, you may need to create artificial winter-like conditions to spur germination.
For indoor spring sowing, place the seeds in a small container with moist (not soggy) sand or vermiculite and place them in the refrigerator for 4-6 weeks; alternatively, sow directly into pots or seed starting trays in your desired seed starting mix and place the pots in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 weeks. During this period of cold stratification, ensure that the seed starting mix remains damp to the touch but not soggy - we recommend placing a sheet of plastic wrap or a cover over your pot or seed starting tray to help slow the soil moisture's evaporation.
Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Andrea H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 10, 20245 Stars
I love lavender and loved it as a child. It pairs well with my fruit trees, roses, etc. The bees love it. We gift a lot of seeds.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Andrea H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 10, 20245 Stars
Lavender is so loved by bees. It pairs well with fruit trees I have noticed. I think it benefits pollination. Thank you so much for sending these wonderful seeds.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Katy B.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsMay 1, 20241 Star
All of the pepper and tomato and onion seed did not germinate. I spent lots of money am very disappointed
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert - Alyssa N.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsApr 30, 20245 Stars
I have heard that lavender is difficult to germinate and I had great success! About 75% after 2 weeks! Happy with my success rates and excited to plant out my seedlings!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
