Munstead Lavender Seeds (Organic)

This heirloom variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, producing fragrant blooms from late spring through summer. Its silvery-green foliage and upright growth habit make it a striking choice for borders, herb gardens, and xeriscapes. Lavender is not only beautiful—it’s functional. The flowers can be harvested and dried for sachets, teas, or craft projects. Beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies are drawn to its nectar-rich blossoms, making it a cornerstone plant for pollinator-friendly gardening. Start seeds indoors in early spring or sow outdoors after the last frost.

Variety Details

• Botanical name: Lavandula angustifolia var. munstead
• Plant type: Perennial
• Growth habit: Upright
• Crop category: Herb
• Recorded feature: Container Compatible
• Product format: Seed packet

Sowing & Growing

• Germination temperature: Soil Temperature: 65–75°F Planting Depth: 1/8" Germination: 14–28 Days Height At Maturity: 12"–18" Sun/Shade: Full Sun…
• Light: Full Sun
• Planting season: Spring
• Starting location: Start Indoors & Transplant
• Recorded soil pH: 6.1 - 6.5 or 6.6 - 7.0 or 7.1 - 7.5 or 7.6 - 8.0

Match Munstead Lavender to the light, soil, and temperature information recorded for the species. Some herbs are direct sown, while others benefit from a protected start or species-specific pretreatment, so retain the packet for reference. Keep seed media from drying during establishment without leaving it saturated. Once plants are growing, harvest modestly so foliage remains for continued development. Assign perennial herbs a long-term location, and consider containers for species with a spreading habit.

Before sowing Munstead Lavender, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.

Use a dated label for Munstead Lavender and compare actual emergence, growth, and harvest or bloom timing with the ranges in the current record. Local soil, temperature, light, moisture, and planting date can shift results. Keep observations with the remaining packet so the next sowing can be adjusted without replacing product-specific measurements with a universal calendar.

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