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Lavender (Lavandula spp.)
is a well-knownperennial plantthat is commonly associated with fields of blooming lavender and sun-drenched gardens.
In the proper conditions, lavender will thrive as a houseplant.
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Can You Grow Lavender Indoors?
Lavender is not a traditional houseplant, but that doesn’t mean it won’t succeed if grown indoors.
There are more than 450 varieties of lavender.
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Lavender is a sun-loving plant, that needs as much of it as possible when indoors.
Potted lavender should be rotated once a week to ensure uniform growth and flowering.
The lights should be hung from 14 to 30 inches above the plant.
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Keep the lavender under the LED grow lights for at least 12 hours a day.
From spring to fall, daytime temperatures around 70F and nighttime temperatures between 50 and 55F are best.
When grown indoors, lavender typically needs to be watered once every 10 to 14 days.
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As with all houseplants, check the soil moisture by feeling the soil with your finger before thoroughlywateringthe plant.
Fertilizer
You should only fertilize your indoor lavender plant during the spring and summer.
Pruning and Maintenance
you could and shouldprune your lavender plant.
Cutting away stems and branches with flowers will promote new growth elsewhere, leading to a fuller plant.
In general, the container should be one to two inches larger than the plant’s rootball.
Terracotta pots are preferred because they are porous and absorb some of the excess moisture after watering.
Potting Soil and Drainage
Just like outdoors, lavender thrives best in well-drained, slightly gritty soil.
The best for indoor lavender is a quick-draining mix of high-quality potting soil andcactus soil.
you’ve got the option to also supplement the soil mix with limestone.
Potting and Repotting Lavender
When potting lavender, ensure the pot has drainage holes in the bottom.
Fill the pot with soil up to a couple of inches below the top.
Gently pull apart the roots to loosen them.
Lavender is a slow-growing plant, so it won’t need to be repotted frequently.
Just remember thatoutdoor plants need more frequent watering, especially in hot weather.
Control methods include water spray, insecticidal soaps, and neem oil.
Lavender is a relatively easy and rewarding plant to propagate.
The best time to take lavender cuttings for propagation is between June and September.
Failure to bloom is almost always due to a lack of direct sunlight indoors.
