best lavender plants for southern california Lavender, Spike (Lavandula latifolia) - 100 Seeds

best lavender plants for southern california Lavender, Spike (Lavandula latifolia) - 100 SeedsAdd a touch of Mediterranean charm and therapeutic fragrance to your garden with our Spike Lavender seeds. Also known as Portuguese Lavender, this heirloom variety is famous for its long, elegant flower spikes and a more intense, camphoraceous aroma than traditional English lavender. Growing to a stately 2 3 feet tall, it is a favorite for those seeking to produce their own essential oils, natural insect repellents, or dried herbal bundles. Its

Add a touch of Mediterranean charm and therapeutic fragrance to your garden with our Spike Lavender seeds. Also known as Portuguese Lavender, this heirloom variety is famous for its long, elegant flower spikes and a more intense, camphoraceous aroma than traditional English lavender. Growing to a stately 2-3 feet tall, it is a favorite for those seeking to produce their own essential oils, natural insect repellents, or dried herbal bundles. Its vibrant purple blooms and silvery-green foliage make it a stunning, drought-tolerant addition to any sunny border or herb garden.

⭐ What you'll love

• Highly fragrant with a distinct, clean, and invigorating camphor-like scent.
• Produces longer, more dramatic flower spikes than many other lavender varieties.
• A top-tier choice for essential oil production and homemade apothecary crafts.
• Extremely drought-tolerant and attractive to essential pollinators like bees and butterflies.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Spike Lavender / Portuguese Lavender (Lavandula latifolia)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Perennial
• Height: 2-3 feet
• Days to Maturity: 90-100 days
• USDA Zone: 5-9
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Stratification (Required): For best results, place seeds in a moist paper towel in a sealed bag and refrigerate for 30 days before sowing to break dormancy.
• Sowing: After stratification, sprinkle the tiny seeds on top of a well-draining seed starting mix.
• Depth: Barely cover with soil; the seeds need a bit of light to germinate.
• Germination: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Provide plenty of bright, indirect light.
• Transplanting: Move outdoors after the last frost, spacing 1-2 feet apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Care: Lavender thrives in well-draining soil. Amend heavy clay with sand or compost. Once established, plants are drought-tolerant and require only occasional watering.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

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