Aromatic Lavender Live Plant Plugs – Well Rooted Starter Plants

Overview

Bring the soothing essence of the Mediterranean to your garden or home with our premium lavender live plant plugs. These well-rooted starter plants are cultivated to provide a strong foundation for healthy growth, ensuring a successful planting experience. Whether you’re looking to create a fragrant border, fill decorative containers, or enhance your herb garden, these lavender plugs are an excellent choice. Known for their beautiful purple blooms and captivating aroma, lavender plants are versatile and beloved by gardeners of all levels. Our selection includes various types, offering a range of scents and growth habits to suit your specific needs and regional climate. Each plug is carefully nurtured to arrive ready for transplanting, making it easy to establish these delightful aromatic herb plants in your chosen location.

These starter plants are ideal for those who enjoy gardening and appreciate the natural beauty and therapeutic properties of lavender. The robust root systems ensure that the plants are well-equipped to adapt to their new environment, whether indoors in a sunny spot or outdoors in a garden bed. From classic English varieties to heat-tolerant French and Spanish types, our lavender plugs offer a spectrum of choices for every enthusiast. Embrace the joy of growing your own lavender, and transform your space with its calming fragrance and vibrant color.

Key Benefits

Our lavender live plant plugs offer numerous advantages for both novice and experienced gardeners. These starter plants provide a convenient and effective way to cultivate beautiful, fragrant lavender.

• Intense Fragrance: Lavender is renowned for its calming and delightful aroma, making it perfect for aromatherapy, potpourri, or simply enjoying in your garden.
• Beautiful Blooms: Enjoy vibrant purple flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding life and color to your outdoor spaces.
• Drought Resistance: Many lavender varieties are highly drought-tolerant once established, requiring less water than many other ornamental plants. This makes them an excellent choice for xeriscaping or low-maintenance gardens.
• Culinary & Medicinal Uses: Beyond their beauty, these aromatic herb plants can be used in cooking, teas, and homemade remedies, offering a versatile addition to your home.
• Pest Repellent: The strong scent of lavender naturally deters common garden pests, helping to protect nearby plants without chemical intervention.
• Well-Rooted Plugs: Our well rooted plugs ensure a higher success rate for transplanting, as they come with established root systems ready to grow.
• Versatile Planting: Suitable for garden beds, borders, rockeries, containers, and even as small hedges, providing flexibility in your garden design.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your lavender live plant plugs is straightforward, especially with these well-rooted starters. Lavender thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. For best results, choose a location that receives ample morning sun and good air circulation. If growing indoors, place your potted lavender near a south-facing window or use grow lights to ensure it gets enough light.

Proper watering is crucial for healthy lavender. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot. Lavender prefers well-draining soil, ideally a sandy or gravelly loam with a slightly alkaline pH. Avoid heavy clay soils that retain too much moisture. When establishing your plugs, water regularly until they show signs of new growth, then reduce frequency. For landscape applications, it’s recommended to establish the plugs in a 3-5 inch pot before planting outdoors to give them a stronger start. These well rooted plugs are robust, but initial care is key.

Lavender is generally hardy and doesn’t require heavy fertilization. A light application of a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring can be beneficial, but avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers that promote foliage over flowers. Pruning is essential for maintaining plant shape and promoting abundant blooms. Prune after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second bloom, and a more significant prune in early spring to remove dead wood and encourage bushy growth. Understanding lavender plant care will ensure your plants flourish for years.

Size & Details

Our lavender live plant plugs are carefully cultivated starter plants, typically arriving with a well-developed root system within a compact plug. These seedlings are designed for easy transplanting into larger pots or directly into your garden. While specific dimensions can vary by variety, most plugs are ready to establish quickly. You can expect these plants to reach mature heights ranging from 18 to 30 inches, with spreads of 24 to 32 inches, depending on the specific lavender type and growing conditions. They are shipped as sturdy, young plants, providing a head start on growth compared to seeds.

Hardiness zones vary among lavender types, with many English varieties (Lavandula angustifolia) thriving in USDA zones 5-9, and some French (Lavandula intermedia) and Spanish (Lavandula stoechas) varieties preferring warmer climates in zones 8-11. Once established, these plants are known for their resilience and ability to withstand periods of drought. The growth rate is moderate, with blooms typically appearing from late spring through summer, offering continuous beauty and fragrance. These aromatic herb plants are an investment in long-term garden enjoyment.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The mature size of your lavender live plant will depend on the specific variety, but generally, they grow between 18 to 30 inches tall with a similar spread. Pruning can help manage their size and shape.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: These are well rooted plugs, which means they are small starter plants with an established root system, ready to be transplanted into a larger pot (3-5 inches initially) or directly into your garden bed.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: While lavender is primarily an outdoor plant thriving in full sun, it can be grown indoors in a pot if given adequate light, such as near a south-facing window or under grow lights.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: Lavender requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, for optimal growth and flowering. Insufficient light can lead to leggy growth and fewer blooms.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, lavender is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant, especially once established. It’s drought-tolerant and relatively pest-free, making lavender plant care manageable for most gardeners.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your lavender plugs will arrive as healthy, well-rooted starter plants, carefully packaged to ensure their safe journey. They will be ready for immediate transplanting upon arrival.
• Q: Is it shipped in soil? A: Yes, the plugs are shipped with their roots encased in a small amount of growing medium, ensuring they remain moist and healthy during transit.
• Q: Can I use this lavender in cooking? A: Many varieties of lavender, particularly English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), are suitable for culinary use. These aromatic herb plants can add a unique floral note to desserts, teas, and savory dishes.
• Q: When is the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant lavender plugs is in spring after the last frost, or in early fall in warmer climates. This allows the plants to establish their root systems before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: Hardiness varies by variety. English lavender is typically hardy in USDA zones 5-9. French and Spanish lavenders are generally less cold-tolerant, preferring zones 8-11. Check the specific variety’s hardiness for your region.