How to Care for Lavandula dentata (French Lavender)
Korean name: 라벤더 덴타타
A variety of lavender characterized by its toothed leaf edges. It produces light purple flowers with a pleasant fragrance, popular as an herb. Prefers dry environments and grows well under ample sunlight.
Key facts
- Category: Herb
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
- Native to: Mediterranean region
- Growth rate: Moderate
- Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
- Flower meaning: luck, tranquility
- Traits: herb, fragrant, drought tolerant, beginner friendly
- Also known as: French Lavender, Toothed Lavender
Care Guide
- Light: Place in full direct sunlight.
- Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
- Soil: Use well-draining soil.
- Humidity: Prefers dry conditions.
- Temperature: 15~25°C
- Fertilizer: Apply mild fertilizer once a month during growing season.
Common questions
How often should you water Lavandula dentata?
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.
Where should you keep Lavandula dentata?
Light: Place in full direct sunlight. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Soil: Use well-draining soil.
Is Lavandula dentata safe around pets?
Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
Is Lavandula dentata good for beginners?
Difficulty: Moderate. Temperature: 15~25°C. Humidity: Prefers dry conditions. Fertiliser: Apply mild fertilizer once a month during growing season.