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Hidcote Blue Lavender Seeds: Grow a Low Purple Hedge from Scratch
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Hidcote Blue Lavender Seeds grow a classic English lavender known for deep purple-blue flowers on compact plants. It is the lavender people picture lining a garden path, and starting it from seed is an affordable way to plant a whole row instead of a lonely pair.
What you are growing
| Trait | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote Blue' |
| Type | English lavender |
| Packet | 25 seeds |
| Flowers | Deep purple-blue |
| Habit | Compact |
| Best for | Low hedges, walkway edges, drying for crafts |
Planning a seed-grown hedge
A low lavender hedge is really just a row of individual plants that grow close enough to touch. Sow more seeds than the number of plants you need, since lavender germinates unevenly, and keep a few extra seedlings in pots to fill any gaps after the first winter.
Lay out the row along the sunny side of a path or patio, ideally where the soil drains well and does not collect runoff. Compact plants like Hidcote Blue can sit a little closer together than the big lavenders, but still leave room for air between mounds so the foliage dries quickly after rain.
From seed tray to garden
- Chill the seeds in the refrigerator for a few weeks.
- Press them onto a moist, light seed-starting mix and leave them uncovered.
- Keep the tray warm and bright and the mix lightly moist.
- Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, move them into their own small pots.
- Harden them off outdoors for a week or so, then plant in full sun.
After planting, water deeply while roots establish, then ease off. Established English lavender prefers lean soil and dry feet.
Drying the flowers
Hidcote Blue's dark color holds up well when dried, which is why crafters love it. Cut stems when most buds are colored but before many flowers open, bundle them loosely and hang them upside down somewhere dark, dry and airy. The dried buds work well in sachets, wreaths and small bouquets.
Frequently asked questions
How long until my hedge fills in?
Plan on a couple of seasons. Young plants spend their first year building roots, then put on size and flowers once established.
Do all the plants look identical?
Seed-grown lavender can vary a little in shade and size. In a hedge, that slight variation reads as natural rather than patchy.
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