Kings Seeds, together with Suffolk Herbs, has been supplying British gardeners with carefully selected seeds for over a century. From heritage favourites to modern hybrids, their varieties are chosen for reliability, quality, and strong garden performance, whether you’re sowing a border, kitchen garden or wild patch.

• Sow: February – August (indoors or under cover)
• Flowers: Typically from mid‑summer (July onwards)
• Hardy shrub once established

• Soil: Well‑drained, fertile soil
• Aspect: Full sun
• Sow seeds on the surface of fine seed compost, lightly covering with a sprinkling of finer compost or vermiculite. Maintain warmth (about 21–25 °C) until germination, often 14–21 days. Transplant seedlings when large enough into trays or small pots then gradually acclimatise before planting out.
• Spacing: Plant out about 30–45 cm (12–18″) apart to allow airflow and room for bush formation.

Once established, lavender is drought tolerant and thrives on minimal moisture, water sparingly once roots are set. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and prevent woodiness. Dead stems should be avoided when pruning to encourage healthy regrowth.