Growing lavender from seeds

[@ClassicRoyal]

Best video I’ve seen! You show it from start to transplant and then some…giving us lavender lovers hope of success! I’ve been trying to propagate from cuttings no luck yet. So now I’m trying seed!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you!!! Good luck with your growing!! Im going to give propagating a try soon!

[@GodLovesYou5635]

I agree

[@maggieq091]

Agree!! 🎉 thank you 😊

[@sunflower3572]

Thank you for showing the WHOLE process. Many videos show only up to when the seeds srpout. This was very helpful, especially because you also provide the timing (one, week, two weeks, etc). I'm saving this link!--Thanks again! 💖

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you for your kind words!!! :)

[@saritak4315]

If anyone is wondering..this worked for me.. the seeds have started to sprout exactly after 14 days.. out of I think 50, 5 germinated so far. But I'm still happy.. I think in another 2 weeks I should be seeing a more of these sprouts.. Also I put one ziplock bag inside the house and one outside coz I wanted to test if the cold temperature helps.. both of them have 2 sprouts each.. I'll keep you posted in another 2 weeks if both perform the same way.. Update: the bag I put inside my house had 4 sprouts with leaves, I planted them and closed the bag again. The bag I put outside did not have any germinations even with the freezing temperatures outside. (Lavender seeds need to be put in refrigerator for 3 weeks traditionally for germination ).

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Congratulations with your seedlings! I'm so happy that it's working well for you as well! Hoping for more good news in 2 weeks

[@zacharystuart7162]

I have a few questions. Do you keep the seeds inside under constant light or dark?

[@saritak4315]

@@zacharystuart7162 I put them inside. I didn't pay attention to lighting.. I'd consider it to be low to dark lit space

[@sashilemla6229]

Kept for more than 4wks in fridge, none germinated

[@Urso311]

did you put them in a fridge?

[@evenlynkwok2554]

Looks good. Lots of patience required to enjoy the result. Keep up with the good work.

[@msfranny4357]

ABOUT DANG ON TIME.....A VIDEO THAT TEACHES PLAIN AND SIMPLE.... BEAUTIFUL AWESOME VIDEO.....THANK UUUUUUU

[@NerakGreen]

Thank you! I love this method. Watching seeds fight for a cell just feels so wasteful. I’m going to try this method with African daisies. Their germ rate is 7-15 days rather than lavender’s 14-28. I eagerly check them 100x a day, so I’m sure it won’t be a problem for the lil cotyledons. Thanks again for this brilliance. I really appreciate it.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you for your kind comment! Please let me know how your african daisies do!!

[@devyanimaybe]

the video is so soothing and the best YET. thank you so much, the plants are verrrrrrryyyyyyyyyyy cute!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you for your kind words!

[@Saysmethemis]

Aww only one video. ☹️ This one is the perfect video I've seen on growing lavender seeds. Thank you so much! 🥰

[@growwithmatthew9080]

You're too kind! have a nice day :)

[@kartinitini8855]

Hi Matthew, I am waiting for my lavender seeds to arrive and the online store here in Malaysia only sells 5 seeds per pack. I bought 4 types of lavender, namely English Lavender, Spanish Lavender in pink, purple & dark purple. I really need this to work. I watched some other videos and your video here is very clear cut. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge but I do have some questions. 1. Do I need to put the ziplock bag in the fridge for 8 weeks first and then only give the seeds some sun by putting it near the window? 2. After the seeds germinate and I transfer it to the small pots do I give it full sun or do I need to put it in shades? Here in Malaysia the weather is hot and humid with rain. Really appreciate if you help me with the questions above. Thank you.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hey I appreciate your comment! 1. From my experience I didn't see a big difference from putting it into the fridge and not. So I would recommend the window sill from the beginning 2. In that case, gradually ease it into full sun e.g. 1 hour on 1st day, then 2 hrs, then a bit longer every day. Keep them in pots as you can move them around at ease! Beware that the water requirements may be different indoors vs outdoors climate, so you'll need to judge case by case! good luck!!!

[@kartinitini8855]

@@growwithmatthew9080 Thank you very much, appreciate the reply Matthew. May Allah bless you.

[@PlaytendoSwitchGaming]

Is it possible to start them in June?

[@LexaPenndari]

I’ve tried planting lavender outside in the early spring, twice, with no success. Was going to give up, but your method looks doable 😅 I was wondering where you put the baggy, but you’ve answered that in another comment. What I’m wondering is what you meant by “prepare the seeds” when they are in that pan… are you soaking them first?

[@superkatertot5425]

Where and how did you keep the transplants in the pots at 4-6 weeks? Lights (strength and/or brand, heat mat, no heat mat, temperature of AIR needed)?? Can you tell I've had many fails :)

[@shukrizanmasri6389]

Informative video, will try the wet towel method soon, try to germinate directly on the peat pellet but still no sign to germinate..

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Good luck! they require some patience too

[@thecowgirlmermaid]

Such a great, short & thorough video!! Thank you!!!

[@missmartpants2269]

That was a sweet video. God bless!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thanks! Have a good day!

[@Urso311]

do i need to let the seeds sit ina fridge till they germinate? great video by the way!

[@rsvpbygrace530]

Gonna try your method today! I havent been having any success and hope this time i can do it! Thank you for the video!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I wish you all the success! Please keep us updated!

[@ms.carolinebeatrix]

what kind of soil do you use? i live in a tropical country

[@zacharystuart7162]

Where do you keep the seeds? In the dark? Or light?

[@marquitajackson-rk7nk]

Beautiful video, when do I transfer to my outdoor garden???

[@xffu3965]

Hello,Mattew. you did a wonderful video. I like it very much .I just like to know where you put the zip bag, the refrigerator or just somewhere.Thank you.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi! I put mine indoors by the window. No refrigerator

[@lukii6770]

do you need to seperate them from the seeds ? what if you just buy the seeds from Amazon for your Balcony and then Spread across your Balcony Soil ? .

[@dianabrown9391]

Does the ziploc at the beginning need to be refrigerated or in a dark warm spot? Thanks in advance!

[@nicolajobson9739]

Brilliant video! About to give this a go. You make it look so easy 😅

[@DMSATL]

Thank you. Will these germinate well if winter sown? Did they bloom in year 1?

[@kitchenwithsanakhan]

Well explained nice sharing ❤❤❤

[@skye8768]

You're a pro at transplanting!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hahhah thank you so much!

[@kaybegley9566]

I am confused. Do you put them in the fridge after you place them on the wet paper towel?

[@KittieriRavynVlogs]

I started seeds 2 ways already. Won't hurt to start a third way right? Any tips on white sage seeds?

[@W59531]

What's the purpose of putting the seed inside the bag in the very beginning? Can't just leave the seeds in the small pot with soil?

[@bubblekisses-13-73]

Hi! So I just put the seeds in tiny plastic pots and kept it sitting in water to stay wet (and kept the water clean by changing it) and I managed to get a sprout and now I'm panicking. Do I keep the soil moist and keep the bottom sitting in water for a certain amount of time? I don't wanna drown it but I also don't wanna starve it either

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Oh i've never tried that method before! You can try covering it with plastic ziplock bag / cling film to keep it moist instead of constantly submerging it in water! Let me know how it goes!

[@paolawortman]

Agree!! Best video ever on lavender!!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thanks a lot!

[@aiva8001]

how often it should be wattered? where stored?

[@dianaverdugo4182]

What kind of soil mix did you use ?

[@jessicaarreguin6025]

When you added the seeds in the small bag how often did you add water to the bag before the seeds started spreading its roots?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Most of the bags didn't need anymore watering after the first time! If some of the paper towel felt like drying out then I would water once more only

[@chuleekorea8680]

May I ask this can make in Cambodia?

[@PabloRodriguez-ii7bc]

Congratulations, you have a lot of patience.I have made cuttings, in one month they have taken roots.I have also made seedlings and I am still waiting.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Yes I have some cuttings that grow a lot faster too! But the satisfaction from growing from seeds is very much rewarding!!

[@ashlynnallenbach6140]

Do you seal the ziploc bags completely, or is there a small opening for airflow? Great video!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I sealed it completely and it worked fine to keep the water from evaporating! Good luck with your seeds!

[@Introvert.124]

@@growwithmatthew9080 which soil did u use?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@Introvert.124 Just used regular potting soil bought from the stores. It has some peat, perlite, and some compost

[@v.b.1702]

Where did you place the seeds during the 2 to 4 first weeks?

[@MossyGlossy]

How often did you water the seedlings?

[@LeftyondaMidi]

Did you place it in the freezer?

[@Miffny]

Great video thanks . Have you used seedling mix or just potting mix ?. Thanks.

[@meenaxisanga]

Beautiful plant varieties

[@jeevan2527]

Can I directly harvest the seeds into the soil ?

[@anisasaraayu4895]

Hellow, this is a quick and yet very informative video. Love it! A few questions if you don't mind, where did you put the plastic bag after you added the seed? And did the plastic bags had holes or not? Last, is it okay to have more than one plant per pot? Thanks for the video!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi! I'll try to answer as best as I can 1. I put the plastic bags at the window sill, in room temperature with moderate amount of sun during the day 2. no holes for me. just normal ziplock bags 3. I think it's better to end up with 1 plant per pot. But if you don't have enough pots to start with, you can definitely put a few in per pot, and try to separate them when they grow bigger. Because some will unfortunately die in the process

[@anisasaraayu4895]

@@growwithmatthew9080 thank you for the reply! Will definitely try this method next!

[@shreyashi1284]

Do I have to keep watering when the seeds are air tightened or I don't have to water it after day 1 ???

[@ashathomas5277]

Can you share the link of the seeds if bought online. Thank you

[@kathybray7156]

Thanks i will trythis i loe lavendar smells so good and oretty flowers and deer and bunnies do not eat it they dont like thesmell❤

[@dadipervandos4692]

I already tried 3x for few seeds each time but nothing germinated. Will try it again after watching this videp. Thank you this video clip. Warm regards!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

They have a relatively low germination rate so you can try with more seeds for more success! Best of luck and happy growing!

[@JeSsiGTV]

How often do u water?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

About once per day! subject to variation based on how much water was left in the soils! Quite arbitrary really

[@shadybrady6765]

I sorta need a fast response…did you put them in direct sunlight, in the shade. Please tell me. Thanks awesome video

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I put the young seedlings in low sunlight. Once they got bigger I gradually eased them into full sunlight! Hope yours grow superbly!

[@bloodcurdlingcosmetics]

I put the seeds in the plastic bag and there is mold growing?

[@adre0_o]

What is the care process after the replanting phase? I have gotten my baby lavender to this stage and have no idea what to do next. Lots of videos jump to big plants and mine is in the middle. ~Adre

[@davisplacatka2685]

How old is your lavender plant? Once they have been placed in a larger pot or outside and experienced a winter or two, they will need to be pruned. Pruning is an essential part of lavender plant care. It takes years of maintaining,, overwintering, and growth for a lavender plant grown from seed to get all big and bushy!

[@adre0_o]

@@davisplacatka2685 this is the plants second year, it’s still pretty small. It looks like a seedling still. I have it indoors due to the cold. I am going to acclimate when it’s the right time and try to keep it outdoors after. Hopefully it does okay

[@herbertjohnston4608]

Just what I'm looking for excellent. 😊😊😊😊😊

[@utguy381]

What kind of potting mix do you use?

[@MrChargie13]

Thanks for sharing, hope it applies to tropical climate… so seeds need light to germinate… i will definitely try this, just waiting for my seeds to arrive🙏🏻🥰👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@growwithmatthew9080]

best of luck with your seeds! happy growing!

[@kangkongkangkong4355]

Hello! May I kindly ask, how long would the flowers appear as well??

[@bingo01bingo]

Oh man I'm going crazy. So i just started about 75 seeds (after 4-5 week cold stratification on a moist paper towel) in a seed starting tray using a mixture of all purpose potting soil and perlite. its been 12 days and nothing yet (still too early). Howeverrrrrrr, I saw your video and started 150 seeds (from the same chill seed bag) using your method. today is ONLY day THREE and I see one sprouting and has a 2 mm tiny green thing coming off of it... now I'm ecstatic and don't know what to do haha. Cant wait to see what happens. Will keep you posted and I know questions will come. Thanks so much 😸 Question: how many days after the green appears they’ll be ready to plant?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

HEYYY!!! I got so excited hearing your story! I think they should be ready for planting 2-3 weeks after "green" i.e. germination. Expect at least a few cm (around 1-1.5 inches or longer!) of roots before planting them for better survival!

[@bingo01bingo]

@@growwithmatthew9080 awesome. it's day 11 and i have 5 and the sixth is trying to sprout :)

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@bingo01bingo hmmmm... i smell good progress!! keep it up!

[@bingo01bingo]

@@growwithmatthew9080 do you use humidity dome for the seedlings when you plant them?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@bingo01bingo Oh I didn't, but I think it would help

[@meek.intuitive]

I have some seeds cold stratifying in the fridge. And I direct planted some seeds today because we have a frost tonight. 🤞🏽

[@xMistaMikee]

The music with the plant flowing makes me wanna cry cause its so beautiful lmao.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hahaha thanks! It's good to relax!

[@flymommah]

May I ask what kind of soil mix did you use ?

[@_DinoSoorus_]

can i use toilet paper instead of kitchen paper?

[@rimyahfoufi7488]

Best video i've seen❤️❤️ thank you🌸🌸🌸 Could you please teach me how to plant april violets? 🥺

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you so much!! I have no idea how to plant april violets hahah Just a hobbyist over here!

[@fwoop4848]

Can we get an update on the lavender?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Sure! I'll try to make an update with it blooming soon! Stay tuned!!

[@motcornerbyalisonhasselquist]

Thanks!

[@shamimshaherwala1802]

Short but in detail. Very good information. I'll definitely try. Can we put seeds in plastic bags during rainy days?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thanks! You mean the germinating process at the beginning right? It doesn't matter what day it is because the plastic bag keeps the seeds sealed off and safe!

[@ladytreco1518]

Where do you put the bag until they germinate?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi sorry for the late response. I kept them indoors by the windows!

[@bbyjcky1]

What’s your soul mix? Looks like coco coir.. Also where these put directly outside or in a greenhouse?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Just an ordinary potting mix from the store! I think it had some coir, perlites, barks etc

[@bbyjcky1]

@@growwithmatthew9080 hmm what about my second question

[@growwithmatthew9080]

​@@bbyjcky1 Oh sorry I missed it! Gradually ease them to outdoors then they will be perfectly fine! Not sure about greenhouse as i've never tried before!

[@delowarhossain1494]

How did you make the soil???and did you preserve the seeds in freeze?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I used ordinary potting mix for the soil. I did a few experiments to put the seeds into freezer and fridge so called "stratifying", but my seeds seem to grow just as quickly without stratifying. Thanks!

[@tasyamokhtar320]

Hi!! Do u water them daily or every 2 days after u sow them in the nursery tray

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Daily! with such little soil they could dry up quicker than usual

[@tasyamokhtar320]

@@growwithmatthew9080 alright thank youu !!

[@amandahoran1858]

Hiiii, where did you store the plastic bags while germinating? In the dark or in the sun? Thank u!

[@sashilemla6229]

Yes this point wasn't explained

[@james0072829]

Thanks for the video. Was looking for this. Did you chill or refrigerate the whole pack to simulate cold weather?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I did try that as well for comparison, but didn't notice a significant difference overall

[@janettidswell2092]

Great video. What type of planting medium did you use for first stage and then for potting on please.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi! Just really ordinary potting mix for beginners. They should be available premade in your local store. Mostly including soil, sand, perlite, coir etc....

[@alisonhasselquist7729]

Any idea what variety it is?

[@sophian7366]

Great video, short and sweet

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@syncronet]

How did you prepare the seeds please

[@whitebelt2905]

Isn’t it better to throw them in the fridge first?

[@xingkongxia]

is peat moss or soil?

[@CogNeeto]

Just a question, during the seedling process of lavender when should i water baby lavender? And when should i cut back the watering

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi! I tend to water daily since newly germinated seedlings are unable to retain moisture as well

[@CogNeeto]

Thank you!

[@ethanj.3977]

Hi! By preparing seeds do you mean just putting them in a bowl or is there something else that needs to be done?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I placed the seeds on a damp tissue paper, and kept it in a sealed ziplock (plastic) bag for 2-3 weeks and they germinated!

[@ethanj.3977]

@@growwithmatthew9080 thank you!! I've had mine like that for 4 days now and I'm excited to see their progress!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@ethanj.3977 Should be anytime now! Be patient as good things come to those who wait! :)

[@butterflies6792]

can i get your opinion on people putting seed in the fridge? do you think it necessary or not

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi! I also tried those methods myself. For the lavender seeds I tested in the fridge, the time to germination is faster, but the overall time is longer because of the extra incubation period in the fridge. So I think I'd rather do without the fridge :)

[@butterflies6792]

@@growwithmatthew9080 i see, thankyou for telling me

[@bearsbeetsbattlestargalact2980]

So there is absolutely no need for refridgreation? Do i simply place it by my balcony?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Not in my case. But i've seen other people suggest the refrigerator on youtube. Worked perfectly fine for me without the fridge!

[@hephuahyou]

Did u plant this in hot tropical weather like msia and Singapore ?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Yeah! quite hot and humid here as well

[@hanigupta3797]

Excellent video and without unnecessary talking! How old were the seedlings after you transplanted them in the bigger pots at the end of the video?

[@sbffsbrarbrr]

Approx six weeks

[@crazyme6367]

Hi there i have two questions firstly can we grow this in India and in which climate . And can you please share the link gor the seeds. Thank u

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hi! I am not familiar with the climate in India. You will need plenty of sun, some wind, and less humid climates. I got my seeds from here: parkseed.com/munstead-lavender-seeds/p/01137-PK-P1/

[@crazyme6367]

@@growwithmatthew9080 well thanku soo much i ll try growing this out in summer as the place where i live has plenty of sunlight during summer.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@crazyme6367 sounds good! best of luck with your seedlings!

[@urbangardeningandchickenke1018]

Excellent video

[@madamedennis6726]

Perfect video, thank you so much!!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you for tuning in!

[@dackmanj4728]

Thank you for the tips

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hope it helps!

[@barb2435]

yes i did this and transplanted 5 plants,,i was excited,,then my heart was broken,,the fin birds cleand out my planter,,i saved one plant,,so far its still growing,,,;)

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Awww! Let's hope the remaining one stays strong!

[@barb2435]

@@growwithmatthew9080 i saved 3 plants still growing,,still fightin the birds,,now i have 3 rabbits,1 squril and the birds,,i havent given up yet lol,,

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@barb2435 Good luck! sounds like you have quite a beautiful garden!

[@farhanapanna6440]

Can you please let me know, what's the temperature tolerance scale of munstead lavender? Which nutrition it's need?how long time it have to transplant?

[@amareshkumar4560]

Sir Can you please share the soil mix for plant

[@moonyarie]

how often did you water them when you planted them?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

pretty much every day! especially in those small nursery trays

[@y.x9953]

Hi Matthew, will an outdoor temperature of 34 degree Celsius be too hot for lavendar seeds. Not germinate yet.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Hello Y. X , I suggest germinating indoors in the plastic bag as in the video! As to growing outdoors, 34C is a bit hot but should be fine as they are mediterranean plants anyways!

[@y.x9953]

@@growwithmatthew9080 My seeds germinated in the bag indoor after 10 days. I bring the bags out in full sun for 2 hours at times during this 10 days. I'm waiting for them to have longer roots before I transplant. This is my first time and I'm excited! I hope the seedlings stay strong even after transplant!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@y.x9953 Im just as excited to hear your progress! I hope to see some flowers of yours soon!

[@y.x9953]

Unfortunately all my seedlings didn't survive the transplant.. any advice or steps to increase the chances of survival? My seedlings were 2.5 weeks old.. I'm using normal potting mix from store. But weather was hot.. Should I cover the cell after transplant? Sorry for the many questions, I'm so upset that all seedlings didn't survive.

[@growwithmatthew9080]

@@y.x9953 Oh dear, i'm so sorry to here that! Don't worry as it's happened to me as well. You could try to keep them away from direct sunlight as they tend to dry out quickly with an immature root system. In addition, you could try getting a humidity dome to protect your seedlings after transplant! (easy to DIY one with plastic cup / container and make your own holes in it)

[@Saysmethemis]

Perfect! Thank you so much!

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Thank you for watching!

[@therhinos3457]

From where do I buy seeds?

[@hwyeap5192]

Some of my lavender seedlings would dried up and die although I water them everyday. Do you know why???😢

[@growwithmatthew9080]

In general, seedlings need a bit more protection. Perhaps you could ease them into the sun gradually. Like 1 hour the first day, then 2 hours, to slowly "weather" the plant. And you could get a feel for the amount of water based on your judgement of how "heavy" the pot feels!!

[@luislandofficial]

Will you try to germinate the other seeds also?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Oh yes! I'm trying with other seeds too! I have a kumquat video coming sooooooon, stay tuned! :)

[@sarahward5620]

Do you place the zip lock bag in the fridge or just leave it out on the counter while you wait?

[@hanishxed9093]

After stored in kitchen paper Kept in dark place?

[@growwithmatthew9080]

I kept mine indoors by the windows. They germinated fine! :D

[@bearsbeetsbattlestargalact2980]

A query, won't the tissue dry off by the intense sunlight? I live in india and its always humid here

[@growwithmatthew9080]

Shouldn't dry off too much if your ziplock bag has a tight seal!

[@perfectyouglori5690]

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