Lavender seeds «Purple Ocean»

Lavender officinalis / Lavandula angustifolia

Perennial, evergreen, drought-resistant semi-shrub plant 50-60 cm high. Leaves lanceolate-linear, cone-shaped inflorescences, dark purple and purple-blue color.

Widely used as an ornamental, medicinal and aromatic plant. In one place grows up to 15 years. Excellent honey plant.

Grows in sheltered sunny places, fertile soils. Grown by sowing seeds in open ground before winter, or in spring. Before spring sowing, the seeds are stratified.

Growing lavender indoors is a fairly simple and fun activity, especially since there is now a large selection of seeds of this plant in different colors from white, blue and the usual lilac to yellow. All you need is a pot with a diameter of 15-20 cm, lavender seeds, a bright place in the room and a little patience.

Lavender is valued for its unusual fragrance, attractive flowers and is considered a plant that brings good luck. This perennial has many uses in aromatherapy, decoration, and cooking.

Lavender prefers a sunny location, sandy, lime-stained soil, well-ventilated area, but without drafts. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings of lavender. If possible, take the lavender pots out to the garden, porch or balcony for 2 weeks in late spring. The place should be sunny, but closed from the wind.

Lavender Aromatherapy: Lavender oil is one of the safest in aromatherapy. It reduces irritability, calms and fights insomnia. Lavender is also known for its natural antibacterial properties.

Lavender is often used in perfumery, skin care products, shampoos, and cosmetics. Lavender is also used in the manufacture of sachets, soaps, candles, wreaths, bath salts, facial scrubs and incense sticks. Lavender is also an integral part of the Herbes de Provence mixture, which is used in the preparation of many dishes.