Never Make These Five Mistakes Planting and Growing Lavender

Stop killing your lavender! In this video, Simon from Walking Talking Gardeners reveals the 5 critical mistakes most gardeners make when planting and growing lavender. Whether you’re struggling with English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) or French varieties, these expert tips will help you achieve those perfect, long-lasting blooms. We cover everything from choosing hardy varieties at the garden centre to the secret of Mediterranean drainage and the #1 reason lavender plants die (hint: it’s usually overwatering!). Plus, find out exactly when to prune lavender to avoid woody stems and keep your garden looking lush. 🌿 In this video, you will learn: Why "fancy" garden center varieties often fail. The best time of year to plant for strong root systems. How to match your soil to a Mediterranean climate. The truth about watering lavender. Simon’s golden rule for pruning in August and September. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Lavender Success 00:34 - Mistake #1: Buying the Wrong Variety (Hardiness Matters!) 02:30 - Mistake #2: Planting at the Wrong Time 04:15 - How to Support Walking Talking Gardeners 04:50 - Mistake #3: Ignoring the Mediterranean Climate 06:22 - Mistake #4: The #1 Killer - Overwatering 07:53 - Mistake #5: Pruning at the Wrong Time 09:24 - Share your lavender tips in the comments! #LavenderCare #GardeningTips #WalkingTalkingGardeners #EnglishLavender #PruningLavender #GardenMistakes #UKGardening #how to grow lavender #growing lavender tips #lavender gardening #lavender cultivation #planting lavender outdoors #container lavender gardening #organic lavender growing #lavender plant care #lavender propagation #lavender pruning tips #best soil for lavender #lavender care guide #growing lavender in pots #lavender flower care #lavender for beginners #Never Make These Five Mistakes Planting and Growing Lavender