Lavender ‘Scented Blue Early’ is a compact, early-flowering variety prized for its deep blue-purple flower spikes and strong, traditional lavender fragrance. As the name suggests, it flowers earlier than many lavenders, making it a valuable choice for extending the season in the garden. Plants form neat, well-shaped clumps and perform beautifully in sunny borders, gravel gardens, and containers, provided drainage is good. The fragrant blooms are excellent for cutting and drying, while also being highly attractive to bees and other pollinators. A reliable and rewarding lavender for gardeners who want early colour, scent, and structure with minimal fuss. When to Sow : Aug- Oct & Feb - Apr
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: Jun- 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: 30cm
- Plant Spacing: 30cm
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