Lavender 'Hidcote'
Sweetly fragranced Hidcote has a very strong perfume. Features darker, deeper purple flower spikes than standard lavender.
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Beautiful compact plants with many spikes of rich blue flowers contrasting with soft green foliage. Most impressive grown en masse, especially when planted with contrasting colours.
Features
- Treat as annual
- Pots, borders and beds
- Easy to grow
Product details
How
Sow direct where they are to grow or into trays of Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix. Cover very lightly, firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Thin out or transplant when 5cm high.
Care
Choose a Sunny, well drained position. Add Yates Thrive Natural Blood & Bone before planting and fertilise regularly with Yates Thrive Soluble Plant Food. Plants need little attention once established. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Water at base of the plant to avoid risk of disease. Cut back after flushes of flowers to encourage new growth.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
20-30cm |
| Sow depth |
3mm |
| Plant height |
50 cm |
| Germination |
14-21 days |
| Germination (days) |
17 days |
| Flowering |
12 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
84 days |
| Botanical name |
Salvia farinacea |
Linum 'Blue Dress'
Linum 'Blue Dress' blooms all Summer, producing dainty sky-blue petals with delicate deep-blue veining. Fine, elegant foliage.
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