Lavender is a plant with a strong aromatic fragrance, its flower colors include purple, white, yellow, etc., and it is an ideal plant for many gardens and home gardening. Here's how to grow lavender to help you grow beautiful lavender with ease.
1. Choose the right soil and container.
Lavender prefers to grow in fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil, so choose some soil rich in organic matter for planting. In addition, it is also very important to choose a suitable container, and generally choose ceramic pots or wooden pots with good air permeability for planting.
2. Choose the right sowing time.
Lavender is generally sown in autumn or spring, when the climate is suitable for lavender growth.
3. Correct sowing method.
Before sowing, the soil needs to be filled into a container and watered until water comes out of the bottom of the container. The lavender seeds are then evenly sprinkled on the surface of the container and covered with a thin layer of soil. Finally, cover the mouth of the container with plastic wrap to maintain soil moisture and temperature.
4. Control the appropriate temperature and humidity.
The growth of lavender requires the right temperature and humidity, generally the suitable growth temperature is between 15 -25 and the humidity is between 60% and 70%. In winter, measures need to be taken to keep warm;In summer, it is necessary to avoid direct sunlight and excessive dryness.
5. Reasonable watering and fertilization.
During the growth of lavender, it is necessary to water and fertilize it properly. Watering should be appropriate to avoid root rot caused by overwatering;Fertilization should choose appropriate fertilizers, generally organic fertilizers, and appropriately add some phosphorus and potassium fertilizers and trace elements, which will help the growth of lavender.
6. Pruning and harvesting.
During the growth of lavender, it needs to be pruned and harvested at the right time. Pruning is mainly to remove dead and weak branches to maintain the shape and health of the plant;Harvesting is done when the lavender flowers are picked in time to maintain the continuous flowering and aroma of the plants.
In conclusion, growing lavender requires patience and care, and as long as you master the right planting method, you can easily grow beautiful lavender.