French lace
Lavandula multifida
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
8 - 10
Flowers:
Blue-violet Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,gray,gray
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
French lace (Lavandula multifida) should be watered deeply once per week during the growing season, from early Spring until late Fall. Make sure the soil is damp but not soggy. Reduce watering slightly in the winter, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out before watering thoroughly.
sunlight
French lace (Lavandula multifida) plants need a good amount of bright, direct sunlight throughout the day, preferably between 6 to 8 hours. For optimal growth, it is best to provide your French lace with at least 6 hours of sun exposure each day. As for the timing of sun exposure, most French lace plants need full sun during the morning and early afternoon and should be shaded from the hot direct sun after midday.
pruning
French lace (Lavandula multifida) should be pruned in early spring, just before the beginning of the growing season. Pruning should take place on the flowers after blooming, as well as on any dead or damaged branches. To promote a dense, full shape, take time to prune away all small twiggy branches. To reduce the height of the shrub, remove up to a third of the oldest stems near the ground. This will also help the plant to produce new, healthier growth. Be sure to use sharp, clean pruning shears and always follow the natural shape of the shrub when pruning.
