Lavender ‘Hidcote Blue’ is a compact, hardy English lavender producing elegant spikes of soft violet-purple flowers above beautifully aromatic, silvery-grey foliage. Its neat, bushy habit and richly scented blooms make it a favourite for cottage gardens, low hedges, pathways and sunny borders.
Flowering throughout summer, this evergreen perennial is loved by bees and butterflies and thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. The fragrant flower spikes are wonderful for cutting and drying, making beautiful little bouquets, lavender sachets and everlasting arrangements. A timeless garden favourite that brings fragrance, texture and soft Mediterranean colour to the garden.
When to Sow : Feb–Jun
HOW TO SOW:
Surface sow into moist well drained compost and just cover with a sprinkle of soil. Pat down to make contact. Ideal temp. 15-20°C. Germination can be erratic taking 2-12 wks.
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into individual pots. - Classification: Perennial
- Expert Level: Medium
- Germination Time: 2- 12 wks can be erratic
- Flowering Time: Jul- Sep
- Site: Full Sun/ Sheltered Sun
- Soil Type: Chalk/ Loam
- Soil Acidity: Neutral/ Alkaline
- Moisture: Very Well drained
- Care: Ensure plenty of drainage. Prune after flowering to 2cm of previous years growth. Replace after 7-10 Years
- Use: Garden Borders, Pots, Cut flowers, Drying
- Harvesting: Cut when flowers are fully formed
- Vase Life: Use dried
- Height: 30 - 60cm
- Plant Spacing: 30cm
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