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Lavandula Blue Spear

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Data is gathered from our Elburn, Ill., trials (Zone 5a) for a North American audience. Warm-climate growers: expect 1-2 weeks earlier finishing. Cool-climate growers: expect 1 week slower. Dates based on standard 288 plug size.

Early Spring

Week color desired

Quart
(1 ppp)

Gallon
(3 ppp)

Sow week

Plug transplant week

Can be finished for Spring sales using long day lighting. High light intensity for Southern growers can help compensate for photoperiod.

Spring/Summer

Week color desired

Quart
(1 ppp)

Gallon
(3 ppp)

Sow week

Plug transplant week

Late-Summer/Fall

Week color desired

Quart
(1 ppp)

Gallon
(3 ppp)

Sow week

Plug transplant week

Notes/Pitfall Management
PGR's are not necessary due to the dense branching habit. Provide good air flow. Water early in the day to allow foliage to dry, or use sub-irrigation.

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