Provence Lavender Live Plant – French Lavender, Aromatic Herb, Zones 5-9, 1-8 Plants

Overview

Introduce an enchanting aroma and visual appeal to your garden with the exquisite provence lavender live plant. This particular variety, Lavandula x intermedia ‘Provence’, is renowned for its intensely fragrant blooms and robust growth, making it a favorite among gardeners and culinary enthusiasts alike. Unlike some other varieties, ‘Provence’ lavender produces long stems adorned with beautiful light purple flowers, perfect for cutting and drying. Whether you’re creating a dedicated herb garden, designing a butterfly and bee-friendly landscape, or simply seeking a beautiful and low-maintenance addition to your outdoor space, this provence lavender live plant is an excellent choice. It is a perennial plant, offering years of enjoyment, and thrives in a wide range of conditions, particularly noted for its drought resistance once established.

Each provence lavender live plant arrives as a healthy, well-rooted starter plant, ready to be transplanted into its final container or garden bed. These seedlings are carefully nurtured to ensure they establish quickly and begin to flourish in your care. Known as french lavender care, this variety is relatively simple, making it suitable for both experienced gardeners and those new to growing herbs. Its strong, aromatic presence makes it a standout, whether planted en masse or as a fragrant focal point in a mixed border. Prepare to be delighted by the captivating scent and charming appearance of this classic lavender.

Key Benefits

The provence lavender live plant offers a multitude of benefits, enhancing both your garden and your well-being. Its versatility and resilience make it a valuable addition to any landscape.

• Intense Fragrance: Lavandula x intermedia ‘Provence’ is celebrated for its powerful, sweet, and soothing aroma. This makes it ideal for planting near patios, walkways, or windows where its delightful scent can be fully appreciated. The fragrance is also perfect for essential oils, potpourri, and sachets.
• Beautiful Cut Flowers: With its long, sturdy stems and abundant light purple blooms, this lavender is an exceptional choice for fresh or dried floral arrangements. The flowers hold their color and scent beautifully, providing lasting enjoyment.
• Drought Resistance: Once established, the provence lavender live plant is remarkably drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering. This makes it an excellent choice for xeriscaping or gardens in arid climates, contributing to water conservation efforts.
• Attracts Pollinators: The vibrant flowers are a magnet for beneficial insects such as bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting local ecosystems and encouraging biodiversity in your garden.
• Culinary and Medicinal Uses: This aromatic lavender plant is not just ornamental; its flowers and leaves can be used in various culinary dishes, teas, and desserts. It’s also known for its calming properties, often used in aromatherapy and herbal remedies.
• Low Maintenance Perennial: As a perennial, it returns year after year, offering continuous beauty with relatively little effort. Its hardiness and resistance to many pests and diseases make french lavender care straightforward.
• Hardy in Many Climates: Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 5-9, this lavender variety can withstand a broad range of temperatures, ensuring successful growth in many regions across the US.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your provence lavender live plant is a rewarding experience, as these plants are quite resilient and forgiving. To ensure vigorous growth and abundant blooms, proper environmental conditions and routine care are essential. Lavender thrives in sunny, well-drained locations, mimicking its native Mediterranean habitat. Providing these conditions will help maximize its fragrance and flower production.

For sunlight, your provence lavender live plant requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Good air circulation around the plants is also crucial to prevent fungal issues. When it comes to soil, well-drained soil is paramount. Lavender does not tolerate wet feet, so ensure your planting site or container has excellent drainage. Sandy or gravelly soil is ideal. If you have heavy clay soil, amend it generously with organic matter and grit to improve drainage. For new seedlings, establish them in a 3-5 inch pot before planting outside, allowing their root system to strengthen. After transplanting to your final container, we recommend pinching the lavender 5-10 days later to encourage bushier growth.

Water sparingly once established; drought tolerant lavender needs less water than many other garden plants. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of lavender decline. In terms of fertilization, lavender generally prefers lean soil and does not require heavy feeding. A light application of a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring can be beneficial, but avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers which can promote foliage at the expense of flowers. Pruning is important for maintaining shape and encouraging new blooms. Cut back after the main bloom period to encourage compact growth and sturdy stems. This also helps prevent the plant from becoming woody and leggy. This specific variety, lavandula intermedia provence, benefits greatly from regular trimming to maintain its vigorous growth habit. Protect young plants from extreme winter conditions in colder zones by providing a layer of mulch around the base.

Size & Details

Each provence lavender live plant is provided as a healthy, well-rooted seedling, ready for transplanting. These starter plants come in a small plug-size container, approximately 1″ x 1″ x 1.5″, ensuring a strong root system for successful establishment. Depending on your selection, you can receive 1, 2, 4, or 8 individual plants, allowing for flexible planting arrangements. When mature, ‘Provence’ lavender typically grows to a height of 24-36 inches and spreads about 24-30 inches, forming a beautiful, mounded shrub. It is a relatively fast grower, reaching its mature size within one to two seasons with proper care. The plant will begin to flower in its first year, with more prolific blooming in subsequent years. This aromatic lavender plant is shipped carefully to minimize stress, ensuring it arrives in optimal condition for planting.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this provence lavender live plant get? A: When mature, the ‘Provence’ lavender typically reaches a height of 24-36 inches and spreads about 24-30 inches. Its size can be managed with regular pruning to encourage a more compact form.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: Each seedling is a well-rooted starter plant that comes in a small plug-size container, approximately 1 inch by 1 inch by 1.5 inches. You will need to transplant it into a larger pot or your garden.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This provence lavender live plant is best suited for outdoor cultivation. While it can be grown indoors temporarily, it thrives with full sun and good air circulation, which are typically found outdoors.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: ‘Provence’ lavender requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, to produce the most fragrant flowers and maintain healthy growth.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, ‘Provence’ lavender is considered relatively easy to care for, especially once established. It is known for being a drought tolerant lavender and requires minimal watering and feeding. Regular pruning is key to its health.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your lavender will arrive as a healthy, well-rooted seedling. While some minor leaf yellowing or damage can occur during transit due to lack of light, the strong root system is the most important feature, and the plant will recover with proper care.
• Q: When is the best time to plant this lavender? A: The best time to plant your lavandula intermedia provence is in spring after the last frost, or in early fall in warmer climates. This allows the plant to establish its root system before extreme temperatures.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: This lavender variety is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. In colder zones, ensure sufficient winter protection, such as mulching, to help it survive the colder months.
• Q: Can I use this lavender for cooking? A: Absolutely! ‘Provence’ lavender is an aromatic lavender plant well-suited for culinary uses. Its flowers can be used in teas, baked goods, savory dishes, and to infuse oils and vinegars.
• Q: How often should I water my lavender? A: Once established, water your lavender sparingly. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is more detrimental than underwatering for this drought-tolerant plant.