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You can prune lavender in the fall, but it has to be done carefully because timing and technique really matter if you want your plant to survive the winter.   Fall pruning is one of those garden tasks that can either set your lavender up for a healthy spring or stress it out right before … Read more

You protect lavender in the winter by giving it the right conditions to stay dry, insulated, and undisturbed until spring.   If you’ve been wondering how to protect lavender in winter, the answer mostly comes down to drainage, airflow, and a little bit of strategic covering.   Lavender is a Mediterranean plant at heart, which … Read more

You can plant lavender seeds by starting them indoors about 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost date in your area.   Lavender seeds are slow to germinate, so giving them a head start inside is the best way to get healthy plants that are ready to go into the garden.   The process … Read more

You prepare lavender for winter by giving it a good cleanup, protecting its roots, and making sure it doesn’t sit in soggy soil during the cold months.   Lavender is a tough little plant, but winter is when it struggles the most, especially in wet, chilly climates.   If you’ve been wondering how do you … Read more

You can propagate lavender from cuttings by taking softwood or semi-hardwood stem cuttings in late spring or early summer.   This is one of the most reliable ways to grow new lavender plants that are identical to the parent plant.   If you’ve been wondering how do you propagate lavender from cuttings, the good news … Read more

You can plant lavender outside by choosing a sunny spot with well-drained soil and giving it plenty of room to breathe.   Whether you’re growing it in a garden bed, a raised planter, or a pot on the patio, planting lavender outside is one of the easiest ways to enjoy its fragrance and beauty.   … Read more