Thompson and Morgan Lavender Munstead Plant Pot 9cm 6 Pack with Planter 2 Pack

Cultivate your own intensely fragrant English Lavender with this superb garden-ready plant. 'Munstead' Lavender is a neat, dwarf variety renowned for its abundant display of deep purple-blue flowers. These hardy shrubs are incredibly versatile, ideal for creating low hedges, providing cut flowers, or for drying to preserve their scent. For your convenience, this plant arrives complete with a stylish Dark Grey planter, allowing you to plant immediately.Culinary enthusiasts take note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For optimal growth, plant English lavender in well-draining soil, selecting a sunny location. Lavender dislikes overly wet conditions, particularly during the winter months. Improve heavy soils by incorporating coarse grit or sharp sand before planting. When planting English lavender in large patio containers, use a free-draining soil-based compost, such as John Innes No. 3.To encourage a bushy growth habit, prune lavender plants after planting. Water regularly throughout the summer until plants are fully established. Once established, lavender exhibits reasonable drought tolerance. Immediately after flowering, prune English lavender back to within 2cm (1") of the previous year's growth to maintain a compact, well-shaped plant.Product Specifications:.Position: Full Sun.Height: Up to 45cm (17.7in).Spread: Up to 60cm (23.6in).Flowering Months: July - August.Delivered with growing and care instructions. Images are for guidance only and illustrate the expected results from mature plants; different growing conditions may lead to varied results. The image is for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).