Fragrant Foliage
Produces aromatic green to gray-green leaves with distinctive toothed edges.
French Lavender Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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French Lavender Seeds
French Lavender (Lavandula dentata) is an aromatic flowering plant known for its fragrant foliage, purple flower spikes, and distinctive toothed leaves. It adds beauty and fragrance to garden borders, containers, and ornamental landscapes. French Lavender grows best in sunny locations with well-drained soil and moderate watering.
French Lavender
Fragrant Foliage
Purple Flowers
Aromatic Herb
Key Features
Purple Flower Spikes
Develops attractive purple flower spikes that add color to ornamental gardens.
Drought Tolerance
Established plants tolerate dry conditions and prefer soil that drains freely.
Container Gardening
Grows well in suitable containers with adequate sunlight and well-drained potting mix.
Product Highlights
Scientific name: Lavandula dentata
Distinctive toothed leaves
Fragrant aromatic foliage
Purple flower spikes
Suitable for sunny gardens
Can be grown in containers
Prefers well-drained soil
Tolerates dry conditions once established
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Lavandula dentata |
| Common Name | French Lavender; Fringed Lavender |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Seed Type | Flower and Herb Seeds |
| Plant Type | Perennial Evergreen Subshrub in Suitable Climates |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy, and branching |
| Flower Color | Purple to violet |
| Foliage | Aromatic green to gray-green leaves with toothed edges |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 8–11, depending on local conditions |
| Planting Season | Spring is generally suitable after frost risk has passed |
| Germination Time | Often 2–6 weeks under suitable conditions; may vary |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 65–70°F (18–21°C) |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil |
| Watering | Water moderately during establishment; avoid waterlogging |
| Mature Height | Approximately 2–3 feet, depending on growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 2–3 feet, depending on expected spread |
| Uses | Ornamental Gardens, Borders, Containers, and Aromatic Plantings |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Use fresh French Lavender seeds from a reliable supplier. Follow the supplier's instructions regarding any pretreatment required for the particular seed lot.
Use fresh French Lavender seeds from a reliable supplier. Follow the supplier's instructions regarding any pretreatment required for the particular seed lot.
Step 2: Prepare the Growing Medium
Fill seed trays or small pots with a light, well-drained seed-starting mix. Ensure that containers have drainage holes.
Fill seed trays or small pots with a light, well-drained seed-starting mix. Ensure that containers have drainage holes.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow the seeds according to the supplier's recommended depth. Lavender seeds generally need light for germination, so avoid covering them too deeply.
Sow the seeds according to the supplier's recommended depth. Lavender seeds generally need light for germination, so avoid covering them too deeply.
Step 4: Maintain Suitable Conditions
Keep the growing medium lightly moist but not waterlogged. Provide suitable temperatures and gentle light while the seeds germinate.
Keep the growing medium lightly moist but not waterlogged. Provide suitable temperatures and gentle light while the seeds germinate.
Step 5: Transplant and Maintain
Transplant established seedlings carefully into a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water during establishment and avoid excessive moisture around the roots.
Transplant established seedlings carefully into a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water during establishment and avoid excessive moisture around the roots.
Bring Fragrance to Your Garden with French Lavender
French Lavender adds fragrant foliage and colorful purple flowers to garden borders, containers, and sunny landscapes. With suitable sunlight, well-drained soil, and careful watering, it can become an attractive addition to your outdoor space.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about growing French Lavender from seeds, its fragrance, and suitable growing conditions.
How do you grow French Lavender from seeds?
Sow French Lavender seeds in a light, well-drained seed-starting mix and follow the supplier's instructions for sowing depth and pretreatment. Keep the medium lightly moist and provide suitable temperatures and light. Germination may take several weeks, and seedlings should be transplanted after they become established.
What is the difference between French Lavender and English Lavender?
French Lavender (Lavandula dentata) is recognized by its toothed leaves and distinctive flower spikes, while English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) typically has smoother-edged leaves and is known for its fragrance and cold hardiness. Their appearance, climate preferences, and growing requirements differ.
Does French Lavender need full sun to flower well?
French Lavender generally grows and flowers best in full sun, ideally receiving at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. Plant it in well-drained soil and avoid excessive watering. In very hot climates, some afternoon protection may help reduce heat stress.