Egyptian Lavender Seeds – Lavandula multifida

Transform your garden with the exotic charm of Egyptian Lavender (Lavandula multifida). Celebrated for its feathery silver-green foliage and striking purple flower spikes, this hardy perennial brings fragrance, beauty, and pollinator activity to any outdoor space. Naturally drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it thrives in hot, sunny climates with minimal care.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors in early spring or directly outdoors once the risk of frost has passed.

• Choose well-drained sandy or gritty soil in a location with full sun.

• Lightly press seeds into the soil surface, covering very thinly.

• Keep the soil slightly moist until germination, which usually takes 10–20 days.

• Once established, water sparingly—lavender prefers dry conditions.

• Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.

Key Features

• Distinctive feathery foliage and vibrant purple flower spikes

• Aromatic leaves and blooms, ideal for drying and potpourri

• Naturally drought-resistant and thrives in poor soils

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Hardy perennial suited to hot and dry environments

Ideal For

• Mediterranean and xeriscape gardens

• Rockeries, borders, and sunny slopes

• Container planting for patios and balconies

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or outdoors after frost

• Germination time: 10–20 days

• Lightly cover seeds with fine soil or vermiculite

• Maintain warmth and sunlight during germination

Quick Tip

• Avoid overwatering—Egyptian Lavender flourishes in dry conditions and poor soils where other plants struggle.