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PLANTING INSTRUCTIONSLavender plants are usually planted the best in spring as the soil is warming up. However, if you are planting in the fall, make sure to use bigger plants. This will ensure their survival through the winter season. Sow the seeds 2 to 3 feet apart because Lavender plants can grow to a height of 1 to 3 feet. Lavender plants thrive in poor or moderately fertile soil. But, if you have heavy or clay soil, adding some organic compost or manure will help to improve drainage. Rock or pea gravel works particularly well as organic mulch to keep the weeds at bay. However, keep the mulch away from the crown of the plant.Lavender plants do not need regular watering. After planting, until the plants have established, you can water them once or twice a week. Water the seedlings every 2 to 3 weeks until buds start to grow. From this stage to the harvesting season, increase the water dosage to once or twice a week.When green leaves start to appear at the base of the plant, prune them by removing about ⅓ rd inch from the top.Do not exclude sunlight as it plays a great role in the germination of the seedlings.GROWING REQUIREMENTSPESTSFour lined plant bug, whitefly, aphids, spittlebug are the pests that can affect the lavender plant which can be kept with natural predators or organic neem sprays.SOILLavender prefers well-drained, fertile soil for its optimum growth.SPOTLavender prefers full sun to bloom well.TEMPERATUREFor best results, grow these seeds at a temperature ranging between 22 to 24°C(70-75°F).WATERINGWater moderately and make sure that the soil is not too moist. In case of necessity, water from below.HOW TO HARVESTPrune and harvest once the flowers start to bloom.You can gather the flowers into a bunch. Chop the lavender stems properly for better blooming. Get rid of the dead leaf matter.Use a scissor to cut the lavender above the woody growth.