Jack Miller

You should fertilize lavender sparingly, about once or twice a year, because too much feeding can harm this tough Mediterranean herb.   Lavender isn’t a heavy feeder like tomatoes or roses.   In fact, over-fertilizing lavender is one of the fastest ways to kill it.   If you’ve been wondering how often to fertilize lavender, … Read more

Newly planted lavender should be watered about once or twice a week during its first growing season, depending on your climate and soil.   That said, how often you water newly planted lavender isn’t a set-it-and-forget-it number.   The real answer depends on your soil type, the weather, and how established the plant has become. … Read more

You should water lavender in pots when the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry, which usually means once every 10 to 14 days in warm weather and even less in cool weather.   That’s the short answer, but the full story depends on your pot size, your climate, and the season.   If you’ve … Read more

You should water English lavender deeply but infrequently, usually once every two to three weeks once it’s established in the ground.   The exact frequency depends on your climate, soil, and whether your lavender grows in a pot or in the garden.   If you’ve been wondering how often to water English lavender without drowning … Read more

You should water French lavender deeply but infrequently, usually once every two to three weeks during the growing season, depending on your climate and soil.   French lavender (Lavandula stoechas) hates soggy roots, so how often you water it matters far more than how much you water it at any given moment.   In hot, … Read more