How to propagate lavender?

Growing lavender from seed is the easiest way to start a new lavender plant. Once sown, lavender seeds germinate within 2-3 weeks. Lavender plants will grow quickly once they reach a height of two to three inches. To help prevent drying out, cut lavender off at the ground each spring while the plants are still dormant. If you don’t want to grow lavender from seed, you can also purchase lavender cuttings from a nursery.

How to propagate lavender bush?

To propagate lavender bush, you can use lavender cuttings, lavender seedlings or division of existing lavender plants. If you want to grow lavender from seed, you can sow it when spring arrives. You can sow lavender in a pot indoors if you can provide proper conditions. The seeds need to have enough light and should be kept warm at around 20-25 degrees Celsius. You can sow lavender in the ground around May when the weather gets warmer.

How to propagate lavender in soil?

Plant lavender in a sunny spot and use full sun. Lavender does best when it gets 6-8 hours of sunlight a day. If your lavender is growing in a container or in the ground, make sure it gets enough water. Use a soaker hose or drip irrigation to ensure that the soil gets the right amount of water.

How to transfer lavender to containers?

You can prepare a large pot of compost tea and add a few handfuls of lavender flowers to it. Let it sit for a few days before using. Pour a few cups of compost tea into a pot and add lavender plants. Let it brew for a few days, strain the liquid and pour it into pots. Make sure that the compost tea is not too thick. Plant the lavender in pots and water them regularly.

How to grow lavender indoors?

Growing lavender indoors is easy, but you need to provide it with the right conditions. Use a sunny windowsill or grow under lights (use a grow light to simulate natural sunlight). Lavender prefers a neutral to acidic soil. Use organic fertilizers such as fish emulsion, compost, manure, and seaweed, or a high-nitrogen organic fertilizer. Water your lavender regularly, and never let it dry out.