Lavender
Lavender's long spikes of dark purple flowers provide colour and fragrance throughout summer. Popular with bees and butterflies, Lavender reminds the Soto team of summer holidays in Europe.
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Top Tip
In the autumn, cut the flower spikes back to the wood stem or at least 1/3 of the new seasons growth.
How to care for Lavender
Aspect
Lavender loves to be in the sun.
Care Level
Always make sure there are green leaves left on your Lavender after pruning back in the autumn.
Watering
In the first year of planting, water regularly. Once established, Lavender is drought tolerant until its buds have formed.
Feeding
Lavender prefers low quality soil. Add compost just once a year in the spring.
Soil
Ensure soll is well drained. Lavender doesn't like to be soggy.