Description

Vera Lavender

 

Price: 180 Taka per packet (sale price)

Quantity: 500 seeds

Brand: Chua Yong Seng Seed Co. Ltd (AAA)

Country of Origin: Thailand

 

Germination Rate (approx.): 70%

Common Name: Vera Lavender / English Lavender
Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia ‘Vera’
Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)

Germination Temperature

• Optimal: 18 – 22 °C

• Acceptable range: 15 – 25 °C

• Below 15 °C → very slow germination

• Above 27 °C → reduced germination %

(Multiple horticultural trials confirm cool germination preference.)

Note: (19°C to 22 °C) – if no germination in 3-4 weeks, move to (-04°C to 04°C) for 2 – 4 weeks

Germination Time

• 14 – 28 days (sometimes up to 35 days)

• Cold stratification (2–4 weeks at 4–5 °C) improves success.

Plant Height, Span & Seed Depth

• Height: 18 – 24 inches (1.5 – 2 ft)

• Spread: 18 – 24 inches

• Seed depth: Surface to ⅛ inch (very shallow) — seeds need light.

Plant Spacing

• 18 – 24 inches apart

Row Spacing

• 24 – 30 inches

Trellis / Support

• ❌ No trellis required

• Woody stems are self-supporting.

Seed to Bloom Time

• 90 – 150 days (3–5 months) from seed

• Full flowering maturity: second year onward.

Bloom Duration

• Individual spike lasts: 2 – 3 weeks

• Whole plant flowering period: 4 – 8 weeks

• With pruning: possible rebloom.

Flower Shape & Size

• Shape: Vertical spike with tiny tubular florets

• Spike length: 2 – 4 inches

• Individual flower: ~0.3 inch

Life Span

• Perennial: 5 – 10 years (sometimes longer with good drainage)

Pot / Bed Size

• Container: 12 – 16 inch diameter

• Depth: 10 – 12 inches minimum

• Raised bed depth: 10–12 inches

Soil Type & Ideal Mix

Lavender demands excellent drainage.

Best Soil Mix (Container)

• 40% sandy loam soil

• 30% coarse sand / perlite

• 20% compost

• 10% cocopeat

Ideal pH

• 6.5 – 7.5 (slightly alkaline preferred)

Sunlight Requirement

• Daily: 6 – 8 hours full sun

• Germination: Bright light but indirect (not harsh sun)

Water Requirement

Lavender prefers dry conditions.

(Adjust based on Bangladesh humidity & rainfall)

Companion Plants

• Rosemary

• Thyme

• Sage

• Oregano

• Marigold

• Echinacea

Fragrance

✅ Yes — strong essential oil aroma
Fragrance intensity: 9 / 10

Pests

Common:

• Aphids

• Spider mites

• Whiteflies

Chemical Control

• Imidacloprid

• Abamectin

• Neem-based azadirachtin

Organic Methods

• Neem oil spray (3–5 ml/L)

• Soap water spray

• Garlic-chili extract

Diseases

Common:

• Root rot (overwatering)

• Fungal wilt

• Leaf spot

Chemical Control

• Carbendazim

• Copper oxychloride

• Metalaxyl

Organic Control

• Trichoderma soil treatment

• Cinnamon powder

• Neem cake

Nutrient Requirement

Lavender prefers low fertility soil.

Ideal nutrient ratio:

• Nitrogen (N): 40%

• Phosphorus (P): 30%

• Potassium (K): 30%

Organic Sources

• Vermicompost

• Bone meal

• Wood ash

• Mustard cake (small quantity)

Organic Fertilizer Application (Per Pot)

For 12–16 inch pot:

• Vermicompost: 200 g every 45 days

• Bone meal: 50 g every 60 days

• Neem cake: 50 g every 60 days

• Wood ash: 20 g monthly

Chemical Fertilizer Recommendation

Every 30–40 days:

• NPK 10-10-10 → 5 – 8 g per plant

• During flowering:

  • NPK 5-10-10 → 5 g per plant

Health / Medicinal Benefits

Lavender is widely medicinal:

• Anxiety relief

• Sleep improvement

• Antibacterial

• Headache relief

• Skin healing

• Anti-inflammatory

Edibility

✅ Yes (culinary herb)

Examples:

• Lavender tea

• Lavender cookies

• Syrup

• Honey infusion

• Ice cream flavoring

Special Characteristics

• Drought tolerant

• Deer resistant

• Pollinator friendly (bees love it)

• Aromatic oils

Care for More Flowers

• Full sun mandatory

• Prune after flowering

• Avoid heavy nitrogen

• Excellent drainage

• Slight stress improves blooming

Ideal Sowing Month in Bangladesh

Considering last two years climate:

Best months:
✅ November – January

Possible with care:

• February (shade germination)

Avoid:

• April – September (too hot & humid)

Native Region

• Mediterranean region

• Southern Europe

Seed Germination Difficulty

7 / 10 (moderately difficult)

Growing Difficulty

6 / 10 in Bangladesh
(Main challenge: humidity & drainage)

Top Commercial Uses

1. Essential oil production

2. Dried flower sachets

3. Cosmetics industry

4. Aromatherapy products

5. Herbal tea market

6. Landscaping nursery trade

Average Seeds per Gram

• 700 – 1,000 seeds per gram

• Average realistic: ~850 seeds/gram

Specialties

1. Produces one of the most valuable essential oils.

2. Attracts bees dramatically.

3. Thrives in poor soils.

Few Quotes

🌸 “Lavender teaches us that beauty grows best in simplicity.”
🌸 “Where lavender blooms, peace follows.”

Unknown Facts

1. Lavender oil was used in World War I for wound disinfection.

2. Ancient Romans used it in bath water.

3. Bees produce premium honey from lavender nectar.

Scientific Name & Family

• Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia ‘Vera’

• Family: Lamiaceae

 

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Disclaimer: In accordance with the universal custom of seed trade we give no warranty expressed or implied as to description, quality, productivity or any other matter of any way for the crop results beyond the purchased price especially under unsuitable season, abnormal weather, unsuitable soil and other unexpected conditions.

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