Lavender Plant
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a herbaceous plant growing 12-24 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 5-9, with moderate growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is both edible and medicinal.
Habit
Herbaceous
Height
0.5 to 1.0 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15°C to 25°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
50% Sand, 30% Loam, 20% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.2 to 0.3 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 6.5
Soil EC
0.4 to 0.6 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1 to 3 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
3 to 5 years
Health Benefits
Aromatherapy, Skin Care
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loamy soil, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Lavender Shab
Yellowing leaves, wilting Brown/black spots on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Yellowing leaves, sticky residue Stunted growth, woody stems
Improve soil drainage, reduce watering Neem oil spray, prune affected leaves Neem oil, sulfur spray Insecticidal soap, ladybugs Remove affected parts, improve air circulation
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides containing myclobutanil, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicidal sprays like chlorothalonil.