Lavandula angustifolia Annet

Scientific Name : Lavandula angustifolia

Common Name : English Lavender

Hardiness Zone : 4a - 9a

Hardiness Degree : -20°F (-29°C)

Blooming Season : Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer

Plant Habit : Mounded

Characteristics : Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant, Fragrant Flowers, Scented Foliage, Heat Tolerant

Water : Light

Fertilizer : Once a month

Spacing : 18 - 24" (46 - 61cm)

Height : 16 - 18" (41 - 46cm)

Width : 16 - 18" (41 - 46cm)

Exposure : Sun

General Information : Sturdy, strong stems make this an excellent Lavender for bouquets.

Idea & Tips : Plant in full sun with well-drained soil for best results.

Grower Information : Long-flowering English Lavender offers stiff, upright stems for no breakage at shipping.

Holds up to shipping and remains healthy at retail.
No vernalization required.
Large flowers throughout the heat of Summer.
An excellent addition for bouquets.
Ideal for 2.5-qt. and 2-gal. pot sizes, as well as 3-qt. drop-in.

University of Georgia Most Drought Tolerant

'Annet'

Protection Information : CPBR5107; PP28,867

(Flowering Only License)

Breeder : Darwin Perennials

Propagation Guide
- 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:
  
  50-75 ppm N
  
  Pinching:
  
  Recommended.
  
  Transplanting:
  
  42-56 days after sticking
  
  Comments:
  
  Use low mist settings; do not oversaturate rooting media. Root zone temperatures of 70°F (21°C). Remove flowers in propagation.
Finishing Guide
- Media pH:
  
  5.8-6.2
  
  Temperature:
  
  Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C)
  
  Light Level (fc):
  
  5,000 to 8,000
  
  Vernalization:
  
  No
  
  Daylength:
  
  Long day facultative
  
  Watering:
  
  Allow media to dry slightly between watering.
  
  Fertilization:
  
  Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 125 to 150 ppm.
  
  Pinch After Transplant:
  
  Once for smaller pot sizes, twice for larger containers.
  
  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:
  
  Unrooted: 14-16 wks Rooted: 7-8 wks
  
  1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
  
  Unrooted: 16-19 wks Rooted: 9-11 wks
  
  2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot:
  
  Unrooted: 19-22 wks Rooted: 12-14 wks
  
  Bloom Months:
  
  April to September

Lavandula angustifolia Annet

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