GENERAL INFORMATION
Scientific Name: Lavandula stoechas
CommonName: Spanish Lavender
Hardiness Zone: 7a - 9a
Hardiness Degree: 15°F (15°C)
Blooming Season: Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Scented Foliage
Water: Medium
Fertilizer: Once a month
Spacing: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)
Height: 16 - 18" (41 - 46cm)
Width: 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)
Exposure: Sun
PROPAGATION
Media EC/pH: EC 0.75-0.80 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
Soil Temperature: 70-72°F (21-22°C)
Rooting Hormone: 500 ppm IBA
Mist: Low; prefers high humidity rather than mist.
Fertilization: 50 ppm N starting at Day 7
Pinching: Recommended after roots are established. Leave 4-5 active internodes. 2 pinches in liner is good. Can pinch a third time for higher flower count.
Transplanting: 42-56 days after sticking
FINISHING
Media pH: 5.8-6.2
Temperature: Nights: 56 to 64°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 76°F (18 to 24°C)
Light Level (fc): 5,000 to 8,000
Vernalization: No
Daylength: Day length neutral
Watering: Allow media to dry slightly between watering.
Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 100 to 125 ppm.
Pinch After Transplant: Not necessary if pinches provided in liner
Plant Growth Regulators: PGRs generally not needed
Pests and Fungal Diseases: Thielaviopsis, pythium and rhizoctonia can result from overwatering. Thrips, white fly, aphids, fungus gnats.
CROP SCHEDULING
1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: 7-10 wks
1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot: 9-11 wks
2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot: 10-12 wks
Bloom Months: Year round depending on location