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Description
Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite, also known as English Lavender, is a small variety of lavender plant that grows up to 12 inches tall and spreads up to 18 inches wide. It has narrow, gray-green leaves and produces fragrant, lavender-blue flowers on spikes that rise above the foliage in the summer. This plant is a popular choice for gardens and containers due to its compact size and attractive appearance.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Lavandula |
Appearance
Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite has narrow, gray-green leaves that are up to 2 inches long and 1/4 inch wide. The leaves are arranged in opposite pairs along the stems and are covered in fine, silky hairs. The plant produces fragrant, lavender-blue flowers on spikes that rise above the foliage in the summer. The flowers are tubular and have two lips, with the upper lip being darker in color than the lower lip. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Care Guide
Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips for keeping your plant healthy:- Water: Lavender plants prefer well-draining soil that is kept evenly moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply once a week, or more often in hot, dry weather.- Fertilization: Lavender plants do not require a lot of fertilizer, but you can feed them with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in the spring.- Soil: Lavender plants prefer well-draining soil that is slightly alkaline with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5. You can amend the soil with sand or gravel to improve drainage.- Sunlight: Lavender plants require full sun to thrive. Plant them in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.- Hardiness Zones: Lavender plants are hardy in USDA zones 5-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite is generally resistant to pests and diseases, but it can be susceptible to root rot if the soil is too wet. Here are some common pests and diseases that may affect lavender plants:- Spider mites: These tiny pests can suck the sap from the leaves and cause them to turn yellow or brown. You can control spider mites by spraying the plant with a solution of water and insecticidal soap.- Aphids: These small, pear-shaped insects can suck the sap from the leaves and cause them to curl or distort. You can control aphids by spraying the plant with a solution of water and neem oil.- Fusarium wilt: This fungal disease can cause the leaves to yellow and wilt. There is no cure for Fusarium wilt, so infected plants should be removed and destroyed.
Habitat
Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite is native to the Mediterranean region but is widely cultivated in gardens and containers around the world. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun but can tolerate some shade. It is often used as a border plant, in rock gardens, or in containers.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite be grown indoors?
A: While lavender plants prefer full sun and well-draining soil, they can be grown indoors if given enough light and proper drainage.
Q: How often should I fertilize my Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite?
A: Lavender plants do not require a lot of fertilizer, but you can feed them with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once in the spring.
Q: How do I prune my Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite?
A: Lavender plants should be pruned in the spring or fall to remove dead or damaged growth and encourage bushy growth. Cut back the stems by about a third, being careful not to cut into the woody stems.
Q: How do I propagate my Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite?
A: Lavender plants can be propagated from stem cuttings or by layering. Take a stem cutting in the spring or early summer and root it in a pot of well-draining soil, or bend a low-growing stem to the ground and cover it with soil to encourage rooting.
Related Plants
– Lavandula Angustifolia ‘Munstead’- Lavandula Stoechas ‘Anouk’- Lavandula X Intermedia ‘Grosso’- Lavandula Dentata ‘Royal Crown’
References
– “Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite.” Missouri Botanical Garden.- “Lavandula Angustifolia Lavenite Petite.” North Carolina State University Cooperative Extension.- “Lavandula Angustifolia ‘Lavenite Petite’.” Plant Finder.
