Herb Lavender Vera delivers the timeless elegance and therapeutic benefits of classic English lavender. This hardy, bushy perennial grows 8 to 36 inches tall, producing abundant lilac-purple blooms throughout summer against striking blue-silvery foliage that adds visual interest long after flowering ends. Renowned for its intoxicating fragrance and proven medicinal and aromatic properties, Lavender Vera is the go-to choice for crafting sachets, potpourris, wreaths, and aromatherapy blends. Whether dried for long-lasting arrangements or enjoyed fresh in the garden, these versatile flowers attract pollinators while requiring minimal maintenance once established.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 1/26. WILL.

Why Choose Herb Lavender Vera?

• Iconic Fragrance: Intoxicating lilac-purple blooms with the classic English lavender scent — perfect for crafts, aromatherapy, and relaxation.
• Hardy & Resilient: One of the hardiest lavender varieties — thrives across a wide range of climates and conditions.
• Multi-Purpose: Excellent for aromatherapy, sachets, culinary use, perfumes, dried arrangements, and landscape planting.
• Pollinator Magnet: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects throughout the bloom season.
• Long-Lasting Beauty: Blue-silvery foliage provides year-round garden interest even when not in bloom.
• Heirloom Quality: Open-pollinated and passed down for at least 75 years — grows true year after year.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Full sun — lavender requires 6–8+ hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and fragrance.
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly alkaline soil with a pH of 6.7–7.3. Sandy or gravelly soil is ideal; avoid heavy clay.
• Planting: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost. Seeds require cold stratification — refrigerate moist seeds for 3–4 weeks before sowing. Surface sow; seeds need light to germinate.
• Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart for proper air circulation and full bushy growth.
• Watering: Water regularly until established; lavender prefers dry conditions and is highly drought-tolerant once mature. Avoid overwatering.
• Fertilizing: Light application of low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring; excess nitrogen promotes foliage over blooms.
• Support: No staking needed; compact, self-supporting bushy growth habit.
• Harvesting: Harvest flower spikes when about one-third of the buds are open for best fragrance and longest-lasting dried blooms. Cut in the morning after dew has dried.

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Cooking Methods & Uses

• Culinary Herb: Use dried flowers and leaves sparingly in baked goods, honey, lemonades, and herbal butters.
• Herbal Tea: Steep dried flowers for a calming, fragrant tea with relaxation and digestive benefits.
• Aromatherapy: Dried bundles and sachets provide calming fragrance for closets, drawers, and bedrooms.
• Potpourri & Crafts: Dried blooms retain fragrance for months — perfect for wreaths, sachets, and potpourri blends.
• Infused Oil & Vinegar: Steep in olive oil or white vinegar for fragrant culinary and cosmetic infusions.
• Natural Insect Repellent: Lavender sachets naturally deter moths and other insects from closets and storage.

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Nutritional Information

Per 1 tablespoon (1.5g) dried Lavender flowers:

• Calories: 3
• Rich in linalool and linalyl acetate — the primary aromatic compounds responsible for lavender’s calming properties
• Antioxidants: Contains flavonoids and phenolic compounds
• Traditional uses: Supports relaxation, sleep quality, and digestive comfort
• Note: Use culinary-grade lavender sparingly — strong flavor; a little goes a long way

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Growing results vary by region, climate, and gardener practice. Lavender can be slow to germinate and establish — patience is key. We recommend consulting local extension services or experienced gardeners in your area.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location. Properly stored seeds maintain viability for 2–3 years.
• Planting Zones: Best suited for USDA Zones 5–10 as a perennial; grown as an annual in colder zones. Consult your local zone map before planting.

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