Lavender Live Plant – Aromatic Herb Well Rooted Plugs – Starter Plants for Garden & Pots

Overview

Introduce the timeless beauty and soothing fragrance of lavender live plant to your home or garden. Our selection features robust, well-rooted lavender plugs that are perfectly prepared for easy transplanting. Whether you’re looking to create a fragrant herb garden, a stunning border, or simply enjoy the calming presence of lavender indoors, these starter plants provide an excellent foundation. Lavender is celebrated worldwide for its distinctive aroma, beautiful purple blooms, and its myriad of uses, making it a favorite among gardeners and aromatherapy enthusiasts alike. These young plants are an ideal way to begin your journey with this versatile and beloved herb.

Known by its botanical name Lavandula, lavender encompasses various species, each offering unique characteristics in terms of flower color, fragrance intensity, and growth habit. From the classic English lavenders (Lavandula angustifolia) with their compact growth and sweet scent, to the more robust French (Lavandula intermedia) and Spanish lavenders (Lavandula stoechas) known for their distinctive flower heads and heat tolerance, there’s a lavender for every preference. These plugs are carefully cultivated to ensure a strong start, allowing you to enjoy healthy, thriving lavender live plant specimens with proper care.

Our starter plugs are designed for success, providing you with a head start on establishing mature lavender plants. They are perfect for both seasoned gardeners and beginners eager to cultivate this captivating aromatic herb plant. With their established root systems, these plugs minimize transplant shock and encourage vigorous growth, leading to bountiful blooms and fragrant foliage.

Key Benefits

Cultivating a lavender live plant offers a wealth of benefits beyond its stunning appearance. This versatile herb enriches your environment in numerous ways, providing both aesthetic and practical advantages.

• Aromatic Delight: Lavender is renowned for its calming and soothing fragrance, which can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Plant it near pathways or windows to enjoy its scent.
• Pollinator Magnet: The vibrant purple flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, boosting your garden’s ecosystem.
• Culinary Versatility: Certain lavender varieties are excellent for culinary uses, adding a unique floral note to desserts, drinks, and savory dishes.
• Drought Tolerance: Once established, many lavender varieties are remarkably drought-tolerant, making them a sustainable choice for water-wise gardening.
• Pest Repellent: The strong scent of lavender can naturally deter common garden pests like deer, rabbits, and mosquitoes, protecting your other plants.
• Medicinal and Therapeutic Uses: Lavender essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy for its calming properties, and the dried flowers can be used in sachets, potpourri, and herbal remedies.
• Low Maintenance: With the right conditions, a lavender live plant is relatively easy to care for, requiring minimal attention once established, making lavender plant care manageable for all skill levels.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your lavender live plant plugs is straightforward, ensuring they grow into robust and fragrant specimens. Proper placement and consistent care during their establishment phase are crucial for long-term health. Lavender thrives in full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Choose a location in your garden that receives ample light, or a sunny south-facing window if growing indoors. Good air circulation is also important to prevent fungal diseases.

When it comes to watering, lavender prefers well-drained soil and is susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions. Water thoroughly after transplanting, then allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Mature plants are quite drought-tolerant, so err on the side of underwatering rather than overwatering. For soil, a sandy or gravelly loam with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH (6.5-7.5) is ideal. Avoid heavy clay soils, which retain too much moisture. Amending your soil with sand or grit can improve drainage. These well-rooted lavender plugs will benefit from a transition period, especially if moving from an indoor nursery environment to outdoor conditions.

Pruning is essential for maintaining the shape, promoting bushy growth, and encouraging abundant blooms. Lightly prune your lavender live plant after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second bloom. A more significant prune should be done in early spring, removing about one-third of the plant’s growth, but avoid cutting into old wood without any green leaves. Fertilization is generally not necessary for lavender, as it thrives in nutrient-poor soils. If your soil is very poor, a light application of a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring can be beneficial. Understanding these simple steps will make growing lavender from plugs a rewarding experience.

Size & Details

Our lavender live plant comes as well-rooted starter plugs, typically measuring 2-4 inches in height. These young plants are ideal for transplanting into larger pots (3-5 inch pots recommended) before moving them to their final garden location or permanent containers. The vigorous root system of these plugs ensures a smooth transition and rapid establishment. Depending on the variety, mature lavender plants can reach heights of 1 to 3 feet and spreads of 1 to 4 feet, creating a substantial and fragrant presence in your landscape.

Each plug is carefully selected to ensure health and vitality, providing you with a strong foundation for a thriving lavender garden. Expected time to first bloom varies by variety and growing conditions but generally occurs within the first year after planting. These starter plants are perfect for those who enjoy the process of nurturing a plant from its early stages, offering the satisfaction of watching your aromatic herb plant grow and flourish. Hardiness zones typically range from 5-9 for most common lavender varieties, though some hybrids may extend to zone 11, making them suitable for a wide range of climates.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this lavender live plant get? A: Our lavender live plant plugs are starter size, typically 2-4 inches tall. Once mature, depending on the variety, lavender can grow 1 to 3 feet tall and spread 1 to 4 feet wide, forming a beautiful, fragrant bush.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: These are well-rooted plugs, not potted plants. We recommend transplanting them into a 3-5 inch pot initially to allow them to grow stronger before moving to a larger container or the garden.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: While lavender primarily thrives outdoors in full sun, it can be grown indoors in a very sunny location with excellent air circulation. Many people enjoy the fragrance of an aromatic herb plant indoors.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: Lavender requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to flourish and produce abundant blooms. Full sun exposure is critical for healthy growth and strong fragrance.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, lavender plant care is generally considered easy once established. It’s drought-tolerant and prefers minimal fertilization, making it a low-maintenance choice for many gardeners.
• Q: Is it good for beginners? A: Absolutely! With proper light and well-draining soil, growing lavender from plugs is a rewarding experience for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your lavender plugs will arrive well-rooted and carefully packaged to ensure their health during transit. They will be ready for immediate transplanting upon arrival.
• Q: Is it shipped in soil? A: The plugs come with their root ball intact, embedded in a small amount of growing medium, designed to keep them moist and healthy during shipping.
• Q: Can I use lavender in cooking? A: Yes, many varieties of lavender, particularly English lavender, are suitable for culinary use. It adds a unique floral flavor to desserts, teas, and savory dishes.
• Q: When is the best time to plant these lavender plugs? A: The best time for planting well-rooted lavender plugs is in spring after the last frost, or in early fall in warmer climates, allowing them time to establish before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: Most common lavender varieties are hardy in USDA Zones 5-9. Check the specific variety for its hardiness range to ensure it can withstand your local winter conditions.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature it can tolerate? A: While hardiness varies by variety, most lavender plants can tolerate temperatures down to about -10°F to -20°F in their established hardiness zones, provided they have good drainage.