To choose a lavender plant, consider the bloom time and variety to ensure a long-lasting display of fragrant flowers.
Choosing Lavender for Extended Bloom Time
For a prolonged season of fragrant and bee-friendly blooms, it’s essential to select a combination of lavender varieties. Different types bloom at different times, allowing you to enjoy the flowers for most of the growing season.
Key Lavender Types:
- English Lavender: Typically blooms in late spring to early summer.
- French Hybrids: Usually flower around mid-summer.
Steps for Optimal Selection:
- Research Different Varieties: Look for both English lavender and French lavender hybrid options at your local nurseries.
- Check Bloom Times: Note the expected bloom time of each variety, ensuring you choose both early and mid-season types.
- Consider your local environment; not all varieties do equally well in all locations.
- Plan for Continuous Blooms: By planting a variety of each type, you'll be able to extend the season you have flowers, attracting pollinators and keeping your garden smelling sweet.
Table of Bloom Times:
| Lavender Type | Bloom Time |
|---|---|
| English Lavender | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| French Hybrids | Mid-Summer |
By choosing varieties from both the English and French lavender groups, you can enjoy fragrant, bee-friendly flowers for the majority of the growing season.
