Avoid using a plastic lid or covering, as this will keep the soil more moist than needed. Barely cover the seed, as they germinates in 14-21 days in warm soil.

Why are my lavender seeds not growing?

The reasons lavenders won’t grow is usually because of a lack of sun, planting lavenders in the wrong type of soil or growing lavender species that is not cold hardy in a cool climate. Lavenders require sandy, well draining, alkaline soils that are nutrient poor and full sun in order to grow properly.

Is lavender hard to grow from seed?

Growing from seed is difficult, but it’s not impossible.



Lavender seeds can take as long as a month to germinate, although sometimes they’ll sprout in as little as 14 days. Help the germination process by placing seed trays in a warm spot: 70 degrees is an ideal temperature.

How long does it take lavender to sprout indoors?

30 to 90 days

Q: How long does it take to grow lavender indoors? It takes 30 to 90 days to germinate lavender seeds, then another 2 months to grow the plants to transplant size. Lavender cuttings typically produce roots within 6 weeks or less.

How do you get lavender to sprout?

Lavender seeds can be sown directly in the garden, but they germinate much more reliably when started indoors in a seed tray. Use a light, seed-specific potting mix, and gently cover each seed with a thin layer of soil. Lavender germinates more quickly when it’s exposed to sunlight, so don’t cover them entirely.

How do I know if my lavender seeds are dead?

Test it by cutting a small stalk close to the base. If it snaps easily, that stalk is dead. Test several more stalks around the base of the plant before giving up hope – sometimes a plant can die out in one section, but still have life left in others.

How do you make lavender seeds germinate faster?


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How can I speed up lavender growth?

To increase the amount lavender blooms, plant lavender in full sun, with sandy soil and prune in the Spring to stimulate more growth to support more blooms. Watering lavender too frequently and adding fertilizer can stress the plant which causes fewer blooms.

Does lavender spread by itself?

Lavenders do not spread by division, self propagation or any other method apart from seeds dispersed from pods developed in their spent flower heads in late summer. (Although they are easily propagated with cuttings by gardeners).

Will lavender seeds sprout in the fridge?

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Can I just scatter lavender seeds?

Best results are when temperatures alternate between about 55 and 72°F. Outdoors, scatter the seeds onto the soil and then cover with a row protector or very light sprinkling of soil. Lavender can also be started from cuttings.

How long do lavender seeds need stratification?

3-6 weeks

The easiest way to cold stratify lavender seeds is to place them in moist soil, then put them into the refrigerator for 3-6 weeks before planting.

Do lavender seeds need a lot of water?

Water once or twice a week after planting until plants are established. Water mature plants every two to three weeks until buds form, then once or twice weekly until harvest.

How long does it take lavender to bloom from a seed?

Your first year of growth will not be impressive, but by year two, expect to have large, blooming lavender. Starting lavender plants from seed is not difficult, but does require time, some patience, and a little extra space for your seed trays.

How can I speed up lavender growth?

To increase the amount lavender blooms, plant lavender in full sun, with sandy soil and prune in the Spring to stimulate more growth to support more blooms. Watering lavender too frequently and adding fertilizer can stress the plant which causes fewer blooms.

Does lavender flower the first year?

Lavender may bloom its first year, but it takes three years for plants to mature. Then you will have plenty of blooms to harvest for various uses.