Lavender Seeds - Spike
100+ Days to maturity. Lavandula latifolia. Spike Lavender Seeds. Non-GMO, perennial, open-pollinated, heirloom. Suitable for growing in fields, containers, garden plots, and raised beds. Spike Lavender is a sun-loving, aromatic perennial that thrives in dry, well-drained soil and rewards gardeners with fragrant pale-lilac flower spikes. Also called Portuguese lavender, its bold camphor-accented scent and high essential-oil content make it perfect for crafting, culinary uses, or simply adding a long-lasting, low-maintenance beauty to herb gardens. ~25,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Spike Lavender in the Herb Garden
Sow Spike Lavender seeds 0.25 inches deep in well-draining soil. For best results, start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost and transplant seedlings outdoors once the weather warms. Space plants 12-18 inches apart in rows 18-24 inches apart to allow airflow and prevent moisture buildup.
Lavender prefers dry, sunny conditions and should not be overwatered—let the soil dry slightly between waterings. Trim plants lightly after flowering to encourage healthy new growth. Companion herbs like rosemary, sage, and thyme thrive in similar conditions and make excellent planting partners.
Harvesting of Spike Lavender
Harvest flower spikes just as buds begin to open for peak fragrance and oil quality. Use clean shears to cut stems, and bundle small bunches for drying in a shaded, well-ventilated space.
Fresh or dried Spike Lavender can be used in herbal teas, culinary seasoning blends, and for homemade oils or syrups. Its camphorous essence also lends itself well to soaps, potpourri, and natural insect repellents.
About Spike Lavender Garden Seeds
Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia) is native to the Mediterranean and prized for its strong, slightly medicinal aroma rich in camphor.
Unlike English Lavender, it blooms later and produces a more pungent oil, historically used in perfumes and traditional remedies.
This hardy, sun-loving perennial is often grown for essential oil production and adds both fragrance and pollinator value to the garden.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Spike Lavender was treasured by Elizabethan households to scent linens and ward off pests—a much better smelling alternative to moth balls!"
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- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer |
Spike Lavender Seeds Per Package:
- 50 mg - Approximately 40 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 25,000 Seeds
Non-GMO Spike Lavender seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Lavandula latifolia |
| Spike Lavender Color: | Gray-green foliage with pale violet to deep purple flower spikes |
| Spike Lavender Flavor: | Stronger, more camphorous aroma than English lavender, with piney-medicinal undertones |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Perennial 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Days to Maturity: | 100-110 |
| Days to Germination: | 14-21 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inches |
| Plant Spacing: | 12-18 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 18-24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 24-36 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Well drained loam. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer 65-80 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 8-10 weeks before transplanting. |
| Plant Width: | 18-24 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Germination Temperature: | 65-75 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Generally resistant to most pests. Susceptible to root rot if soil remains too wet. |
| Climate Tolerance: | Heat, Drought |