Equally at home as part of formal garden design: structural, well-shaped mounds in rows or large specimens in pots will really impress. If you don't happen to possess such conditions, fear not, there is one special lavender recently introduced by Suttons, which is happy to grow anywhere. 'Phenomenal' really lives up to its name - it will grow in shade or wet conditions, but still equally happy in sun and dry soil. It is tough and reliable with the most glorious flowers and fragrance. Lavender likes soil that is quite low in nutrients, so plants don’t generally need feeding. Deadheading Lavender's blue (dilly dilly), lavender's green", so goes the popular 17th-century rhyme, and I can think of few other plants so recognisable and celebrated. For something different, try Lavendula multifida 'Blue Wonder' - known as the fernleaf lavender on account of its fine lacy like foliage. With electric violet flowers, this is a showstopper - best kept in a pot and moved to a frost free place over winter as this one is tender. When does Lavender flower?

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Once ready to plant outside, space around 12 -18" (30-45cm) apart and ensure that you water the plants in well. Lavendula Angustifolia 'Hidcote' is at the top of the list, being the perfect compact English lavender.Deep purple flowers on aromatic spires, perfect for creating a low hedge alongside a path. A member of the mint family, this plant has its roots firmly embedded in the Latin tongue, believed to have derived its name from the word lavare - to wash. Today we spend millions on lavender creams and potions following in the footsteps of the Romans who added the plant to their bathwater. However, it is in our gardens where lavender is most appreciated. Lavender hates its roots being in a wet and soggy position in the garden especially in the winter months so it is worth considering that you can provide the best conditions for these aromatic plants to be able to flourish. Lavender can grow very well in a container and make a good edging plant for a pathway.Cut off spent blooms to encourage more to form. However, you can leave them in place towards the end of the flowering season as food for seed-eating birds such as goldfinches. Overwintering Plants in containers are always more susceptible to cold, as their roots are less insulated than when in the ground. To help lavender survive: Lavender is a vital part of any cottage garden scheme, mixing perfectly with peonies and roses and flowering from June until September. Alternatively plant as part of a herb garden with Rosemary and Sage. It is also an excellent plant for pollinators.

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May cause an allergic skin reaction. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid release to the environment. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulation. For a Safety Data Sheet (medical personnel only) please call: UK 0800 644 6090 IRE 1800 844 910. Further ingredient information is available from www.safetydatasheetsinfo.com After that, once it’s well established, lavender is drought tolerant so rarely needs watering when grown in the ground unless there are severe drought conditions. Linalool; 3,7-dimethylocta-1,6-dien-3-yl Acetate; Cineole. (2e)-2-(Phenylmethylidene)Octanal; 1,2-benzopyran-2-one; (R)-P-mentha-1,8-diene; Hexyl Salicylate; Reaction Mass Of 1-(1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-2,3,8,8-tetramethyl-2-naphthyl)Ethan-1-one And 1-(1,2,3,4,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-2,3,8,8-tetramethyl-2-naphthyl)Ethan-1-one And 1-(1,2,3,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-2,3,8,8-tetramethyl-2-naphthyl)Ethan-1-one; Eugenol; L-limonene; Beta Pinene.

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