Green Speckles

Lavender

Native to Europe and around.

Purchased May 2022

Home Depot

Journal

• 12 May 2022: Purchased young (10-15cm) from Home Depot. 2. $5-6 each.

Care

• Thrive best in warm, well-draining soil and full sun.
• Full sun
• Well drained soil in drier side, can be achieved by mix the potting mix with a little bit of sand. Which is the case we have here. Maybe that's why it's been growing well.
• Alkaline or especially chalky soil enhance the fragrance. pH under 6.5 can cause short life.
• Regular watering while young, extremely drought-resistance once established.
• Can stand large range of temperature, but don't like high humidity.
• A handful of compost is a good idea when first starting, after that feeding is not needed and it can reduce the potency. Has been fertilized regularly using rose formula roughly every 2 week, either using indoor concentration or half outdoor concentration. Last fertilizing: 28 Dec, rose formula. Maybe then better no more.
• Toxic to dogs and cats

References

• The Spruce: How to Grow and Care for Lavender
• Gardening know how: Lavender Container Care: Tips On Growing Lavender In Pots