There's something timeless about a lavender plant in full bloom — the soft purple spikes, the sweet earthy scent drifting through the air. Seattle Seed Company's English Lavender seeds let you grow one of the most beloved aromatic flowers right in your own garden, patio, or windowsill. It's a wonderful gift for gardeners, wellness lovers, or anyone who enjoys a more natural, fragrant home.
🌿 Features
- 🌸 Classic English Lavender variety: Known for its rich, sweet, and earthy fragrance — the scent most people picture when they think of lavender.
- 📦 Approx. 200mg of seeds per packet: Enough to get a lovely lavender planting started indoors or directly in the garden.
- 🌱 Can be started indoors: Great for getting a head start on the growing season, especially in cooler climates.
- 🌡️ Cold-hardy to USDA Zone 5: Fairly tolerant of low temperatures, making it suitable for much of the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
- 💧 Low water needs: Once established, English Lavender thrives with minimal watering — a naturally sustainable choice for the garden.
- 📐 Mature size: Grows 1–2 metres (3.3–6.6 ft) tall with evergreen foliage and pinkish-purple flower spikes 2–8 cm long.
- 🌍 Locally sourced: From Seattle Seed Company, a Washington-based seed supplier supporting local growing communities.
💜 Benefits
- 🧘 Naturally calming: Lavender has long been used for its aromatherapeutic and soothing qualities — growing your own means a steady supply right outside your door.
- 🦋 Pollinator-friendly: The flowers attract bees and butterflies, making it a meaningful addition to any eco-conscious garden.
- 🏡 Beautiful and functional: Works as a fragrant ornamental border, a container plant, or a cut flower — lavender earns its place in any outdoor space.
- ♻️ Low-maintenance and sustainable: Drought-tolerant once established, so you use less water without sacrificing a thriving, colourful plant.
- 🎁 A thoughtful gift: Packaged seed packets make a lovely, affordable gift for gardeners, nature lovers, or anyone looking to bring a little calm into their home.
📋 Product Specifications
- Variety: English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
- Net Weight: Approx. 200mg
- Plant Type: Perennial shrub, evergreen
- Mature Height: 1–2 metres (3.3–6.6 ft)
- Flower Colour: Pinkish-purple (lavender)
- Hardiness: USDA Zone 5 and above
- Soil Preference: Neutral to alkaline; avoid continuously damp soil
- Time to Full Size: Approximately 3 years
- Vendor: Seattle Seed Company, Washington
🌱 How to Grow
- Step 1: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors in a warm, sunny spot.
- Step 2: Press seeds lightly onto the surface of well-draining, neutral to alkaline soil — lavender needs light to germinate.
- Step 3: Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Avoid overwatering, as lavender does not do well in constantly damp conditions.
- Step 4: Once seedlings are established, move to a sunny location with good air circulation.
- Step 5: Be patient — lavender is a slow grower, but it rewards you with years of fragrant blooms once it matures.
🛒 Add English Lavender seeds to your garden this season and enjoy years of fragrant, low-maintenance beauty. A small packet with a lasting impact — perfect for yourself or as a gift for someone who loves to grow.