How do you plant a Hidcote lavender hedge?
How do you plant a Hidcote lavender hedge?
How to plant a lavender hedge
- Fork over the soil in the area where you want to create the hedge.
- Dig a hole which is just a bit larger than the plant’s root ball.
- Take the plant out of its pot and place in the soil.
- Water in thoroughly, aiming for the roots, not the foliage.
How far apart should you plant Hidcote lavender?
Plant 12-15ins (30-38cm) apart. SHRUB 2ft x 20ins (60cm x 50cm).
How far apart should I plant a lavender hedge?
Prepare your garden soil
- Plant the lavender as soon as possible after buying.
- Space plants about 90cm (3ft) apart if growing in groups.
- If planting a hedge, space plants 30cm (1ft) apart or 45cm (18in) for larger cultivars.
- After planting, water regularly, especially in dry weather, for the first season.
When can I plant Hidcote lavender?
Best time for planting is either the early Spring or Fall, although will tolerate summer planting. Do not plant or transplant Hidcote in Winter. Pruning: Prune around 2/3 of the top flexible growth in the Early Spring or late Fall.
How do I prepare my soil for lavender?
Plant lavender in well-drained, slightly alkaline soil with a pH between 6.7 and 7.3. You can add builder’s sand to the soil before planting to increase drainage, which is vital because lavender will not tolerate excessive soil moisture or humidity.
How quickly does lavender Hidcote grow?
around 10cm per year
‘Hidcote’ lavender grows at a rate of around 10cm per year and reaches around 75cm x 60cm. For a smaller, equally hardy lavender that is more compact and has looser, paler flowers, try Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’. Lavender ‘Munstead’ copes with heat better than other English lavenders.
Can I use lavender as a hedge?
Lavender grows well in containers or you can plant a lavender hedge to outline the landscape. Once planted, the hedge grows about one to two feet tall, and each plant will spread from one to five feet. You can even use a lavender hedge as a foundation hedge.
How long does it take to grow a lavender hedge?
Lavender ‘Little Lady’ is ideal for normal, well-drained soils, so make sure not to over-water this bushy plant. Dwarf Lavender is low growing and best suited to a height of less than 50cm. Dwarf Lavender plants have an average growth rate and can be expected to achieve 20-40cm per year.
How long does it take for Hidcote lavender to grow?
about three years
It takes about three years for Hidcote lavender to reach maturity and its flowering peak. When harvesting the flowers, morning is best since the blooms contain their strongest scent and the highest content of oil. Use clean tools to cut long stems.
Which lavender is best for hedging?
English lavender varieties such as ‘Munstead, Hidcote and Vera’ are the best varieties for planting lavender hedges as they are cold hardy, drought and heat resistant and live for much longer then other lavender species therefore you do not have to replace plants in the hedge as frequently.
Is lavender Hidcote Hardy?
It is fully hardy and does well in the UK climate, even in northern areas. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM). For best results, grow lavender ‘Hidcote’ in well-drained soil in full sun.
How do you grow Hidcote lavender?
How to Grow Hidcote Lavender. Lavender needs well-draining soil, preferably slightly sandy and a sunny location. Hidcote cannot tolerate humidity and will not perform well in areas that are overly moist. In areas with higher humidity, provide plenty of ventilation. The plant will grow well in rockeries, along borders and paths,…
How far apart should you plant lavender hedges?
Planting lavenders two or three feet apart may seem excessive at first but there are several reasons why you should plant at this distance if you want you lavender hedge to thrive:
What is the best time of year to plant lavender hedge?
Lavender makes a wonderfully scented flowering hedge. In summer, the flowers are alive with bees and other pollinators. In winter the evergreen structure makes a neat low edging to a border, or a dividing line between areas of the garden. Planting in autumn gives the roots a chance to establish in the warm soil before winter.
Is hedge Hidcote a good hedge to grow?
Hidcote is a particularly good variety for hedge growing as it is: A hardy resilient plant that survives frost and cold Winters. It has a much longer life span then most lavenders and can be easily propagated to replace plants that become damaged or…
