![]() ![]() ![]() Cold stratification is the process of simulating a winter cold period followed by a return to spring warmth. The crux of the issue is that Lavender seeds germinate at a higher rate when you cold-stratify them. That’s always an option of course but I’m here to tell you it’s also not necessary and much more expensive. For this reason, many lavender growing guides will recommend buying a seedling rather than starting your own from seed. The first thing that scares gardeners away from growing lavender is its reputation for being difficult to germinate and grow from seed. I’m biased, but growing food is our passion so English Lavender takes the (lavender) cake in my opinion. English Lavender has a beautiful smell but a softer, less bitter flavor than French Lavender or the hybrid Lavandin type. It is also by far the best variety to use for cooking, which is why it is also called culinary lavender. In hotter climates, Spanish Lavender is a popular landscape option since it handles the heat well, but it is also possible (we have personal experience with this) for English Lavender to thrive in very hot and dry climates. It also overwinters in even cooler areas - down to zone 5 - and is generally quite hardy. English Lavender is more compact than French and Spanish Lavenders, which makes it a good container option and it still grows to an impressive 25-35 inches (2-4 feet) tall and wide. There are also a few less common types and many varieties within each of those.įor your first attempt at growing lavender in a container, I recommend growing English Lavender. Lavender comes in three main types: Spanish, English, and Lavandin. ![]()
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