Growing guide · Vegetable garden and berries
English lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
A fragrant, pollinator-friendly ornamental shrub for a sunny, dry spot.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sowing / planting | plant in April or May; never in winter | [1] |
| Seed rate / spacing | 30 cm, larger cultivars 45 cm | [1] |
| pH | neutral to alkaline | [2] |
| Plant size | 30–60 cm tall, 60–90 cm wide | [2] |
Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.