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Drew Swainston

Expert tips for watering lavender to avoid ‘loving it to death’

Watering lavender with a can

Q: I have got a number of lavender plants growing in beds in my backyard. They are around three years old and I water them regularly during the summer. I was wondering if I am looking after my plants properly and, if not, how often should I water lavender?

Lavender is a hugely popular plant that is very versatile. It offers delicate foliage and blooms together with a fantastic fragrance and is often seen in flower beds and herb beds, while it also works as a plant to line paths or for informal hedging. 

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