The lavender is a sun-loving Mediterranean child that grows wild, especially on the Spanish coasts - primarily on islands such as Tenerife and Madeira. Of all types of lavender, lavender has the longest flowering period, which begins around May/June and lasts until autumn.
How do you properly care for a lavender?
For the proper care of lavender, it requires a full sun location, neutral to slightly acidic soil, minimal watering, sparing fertilization and regular pruning. Overwinter the plant in a cool, frost-free place.
Location and Earth
Like all lavender varieties, crested lavender needs a location that is as full of sun as possible with dry, well-drained soil. However, this must under no circumstances be alkaline, i.e. H. Contains lime - this is where the plant, also known as butterfly lavender, differs from other types of lavender. Crested lavender tolerates neutral to slightly acidic soil best.
Watering and fertilizing
The lavender should also be watered very sparingly, especially waterlogging should be avoided. Therefore, good drainage in the pot is essential. If possible, only water the plant when the top layer of soil (€65.00 on Amazon) has already dried. The same applies to fertilizing: lavender only needs a few nutrients; Too much fertilizer leads to lazy flowering. You should especially be stingy with nitrogen. If possible, avoid using tap water for watering.
Cutting and propagating
The older shoots of the lavender become woody, so the plants should be pruned twice a year. If the weather continues to be warm, the spring topiary should be carried out in March if possible, with a second cut in July / early August. When cutting, you can select cuttings that are around 10 to 15 centimeters long and then simply stick them into the ground. They will take root within four to six weeks. In addition, lavender can be propagated using plant pots and seeds, and sometimes it even sows itself.
Wintering
Crested lavender is only partially winter-hardy, but not winter-hardy. That's why it shouldn't overwinter outdoors, but in a cool, but frost-free and as bright location as possible. With the first warm days in March, the plant can finally go outside again for a few hours.
Tips & Tricks
Flower lavender should never be left too wet. When waterlogged, the roots rot and the plant turns brown. It also becomes more susceptible to fungal infestation and mold formation.
