Lavender from Cuttings Update

[@fusion4262]

Thank you for this and all your videos. I really appreciate your straightforward, calm, unexaggerated and informative manner, it allows me to just sit back with a cuppa and simply take in all the detail. Now I understand how and why I have been so consistent and successful at killing off my lavender! Maybe this season I'll get it right .... fingers crossed.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I hope you have a great season with your lavender

[@ThePigeonParadox]

"I've said this in my last video but I'll say it again so you don't have to go searching for it" Thaaaaaaaank you!!!!! That is so courteous to your viewers!!! Thank you!!

[@SC-ug7wo]

every other video tells you not to go overboard with watering or feeding, so this has been a revelation for me- it makes total sense for potted lavender.

[@irisrichards7070]

Thank you. I never thought of pinching lavended to create bushier plants. Kind regards Iris UK

[@avroblue1]

All killer, no filler. Great comparison video! Learned so much

[@melissaoleary8196]

So interesting! I stuck a tray of cuttings today following your instructions. 🎉

[@vln4443]

Is it only me or did y’all’s stomach hurt a little when he chopped off those beautiful lavender tops 😅😂

[@williampalminteri1727]

Me too !

[@travelinglovebugs7]

I would of made a flower arrangement lol

[@amysnipes4245]

I like your ponytail trimming method. Your lavendar tutorials have been very helpful. 2 old mother plants, I did not know they should be trimmed back. They became so woody. Now I have new plants from cuttings that will replace the old ones. Thank you.

[@TimurDavletshin]

I have an interesting observation regarding lavender from seedlings vs cuttings. I was born in mediterranean-like climate and we had lavender commercially grown in foothills of local mountains. Then I moved to the North and I always wanted to take "a peace of home" with me... - this is how I ended up growing figs indoors, lavender, cacti... And technically lavender is possible to grow outside but I've never had luck with it. I could reliable propagate my lavender from cuttings, it grew well in summer but it was dead after first winter no matter what. I tried buying from local nursery with pretty much same result (they propagate from cuttings too). But then somehow I decided to plant it from seeds. Yes, they came out different, some have wider leaves, some narrower, some taller, some lower but they were alive after first winter and after second. Now they are in their third year and they look great. I just selected those which I liked the most and gave out the rest to my neighbors and friends. So, maybe for some people who lives in colder climate it may be useful, lavender is worth growing.

[@Curlsbel90]

These are incredible. We're thinking of moving house at some point in the next year and I was wondering if there was a way to take a small memory of our 1st home with us. This will definitely work! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your knowledge, very much appreciated!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good luck with your move and have a great season!

[@sendoh7x]

The main point that I got from this video is not about the seed vs cutting but the watering and fertilizing for potted lavender. Didn't know that they are actually susceptible to dmg when the leaves started to droop.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I'm happy you found it useful. Learn from my mistakes!

[@amandavhb1630]

I love the comparison and care instructions thanks for the follow up! Especially the info on lavender in pots. I have some in containers and they are graying. Now I know why!

[@bonniemann4135]

Care

[@elsagrace3893]

Amanda VHB me too. I’ve been disappointed with my lavender that I purchase and plant in a pot. I’ve been so careful not to overwater it and not to fertilize it because it likes lean soil. 😂 but not in a pot. So happy that I can look forward to beautiful lavender (and rosemary and others) in a pot. I guess it will help to water it in the ground too in My CA Mediterranean Climate with rocky well drained soil durning August, September and October.

[@teresaholland4790]

Jason, you are such a true professional. Thank you so much for this video. I’m going to attempt it even though I live down in Central Florida eye due have lavender that’s growing in my yard. Wish me luck.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks. Best luck Teresa!

[@crystalwebb5725]

I watched the cutting video and was able to root about 16. So, I was so happy to see this update to see what mine will look like this year. Mine were done outside in the fall. Thank you for your valuable information.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I'm so happy to hear about your success!

[@saltlifegull4091]

My jaw dropped when you took the pruners and cut the plant. Well, can't question what you're doing but want to ask: Did you root stems you cut off? Loyal subscriber from NW Florida.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks. If I have time (and need more plants) I propagate while I prune.

[@jeangough8053]

You are so helpful! I have just started taking cutting of everything! Lol I’ve had great success with fusia hydrangea and geranium but haven’t tried lavender yet. I’ll give it a go. Thank you for a great video always so helpful and useful! 🇬🇧

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I'm so happy to hear about you cuttings success! Good luck with lavender

[@wolfsangeleyes]

Thank you for the update and showing the difference between the lavender grown from seed vs cuttings. That is quite a difference. Also good to know how much/little water they need, depending where you place them. (border or pot) I didn't know that.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Happy to help!

[@novahina]

It can also change the end result depending on the genes after they peek up in their root system in a bigger and deeper soil. When plants are blooming in the first year and in a tiny pot they will give tinier blooming. But he nailed the main difference which is variable depending on your seed. I have seen people growing Lavender in France called population Lavender which has many different colors genetics blooming cycles and sizes. Very very interesting how many different varieties and variables can come out of It. I'd stick with cuttings of my favorite ones and more vigorous plants from seed.

[@carolpugh958]

I find your information on growing lavender is very helpful. Thank you.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure. Thanks for the feedback Carol

[@ericaarcas8161]

Thank you so much as lavender is my absolute favorite and for the first time I've been able to grow 2 I bought last year successfully. Now I have a way to make more of them. Could you possibly show us how exactly you pinch them at the different stages? Thank you so much again, love you channel BTW!

[@wasabiy817]

exactly what I am looking for, how to make it brush out from 1 cutting lol thank you so much!

[@ambraabate]

thank you so much. You always give key concepts in a concise and clear way.

[@gardenlove2782]

Excellent tutorial in previous video, and great follow up! I’ve started mine from seed and now I want to try cuttings.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Best of luck!

[@derekmcmahon7055]

This has been very helpful in regards to potted lavender. I've always wondered why the lavender in the nursery had algae growing on top of the soil and it was completely healthy, yet it would usually die from drying out/root rot after a couple weeks of me owning it. I've owned my current lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) for only two weeks and the stems are already turning brown (which I'm assuming is a defense to retain water) because I've been following all of the advice I've seen in other videos/websites about letting the soil get bone dry between watering. It was definitely helpful to see the new batch of lavender growing under such humid conditions. This video was much needed, thank you!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure Derek

[@novahina]

That my favorite plant English Lavender 😻💜🍇🥰 I have this problem with lavender from seed because of these heavy rains we are getting here. Well It had already stopped finally. I hope I will grow by seed successfully because everytime someone comes in my way to mess up my work.😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣 Thank you for showing the difference in comparison to the other. That was a great learning experience. I have had several Lavenders from seed last year germinating in my window and each of them smelled a little bit differently. Quite different from one another just like yours some were greyer or greener. I believe they were hybrids. Thank you soo much !

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure. And best luck with all your seedlings!

[@novahina]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thank you. You have no idea what happened on Quarentine. Now I'm dealing with new seedlings but they are cuttings. They are doing great at the moment.

[@Jannaselene]

I have just started watching your videos, first, because I bought two roses in pots the other day on sale and they need a little help...But I live in Langley and I am very interested in finding out where you sell at farmers markets in the valley. I really enjoy your videos.

[@sunfloweracres9b327]

Awesome and timely!

[@tinahart1712]

Loved this thank you. I had no idea you could trim so low on the second trim. I also thought Lavender is pots needed less water than others. But you are right my potted lavender are thirsty x

[@MyPlantWorld]

Very well explained 👌

[@StacyO31]

My heart stopped when you ponytailed and cut. The poor plant. But thank you for the advice. I’m always afraid to cut too much. My lavender took a hard hit over the last two winters. Lost most of them and the ones still showing life are very sparse. I’d like to propagate the new growth.

[@agraceritch]

So informative! Loved this video......many thanks from England🙂

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

My pleasure Angela

[@julesdavis1845]

Super helpful details. Thank you.

[@violetraton8731]

Thanks for all the info. I have English and French Lavender that I bought at Home Depot. I would like to grow more of these next year so I would start now to grow more from cuttings.

[@theresaconway6247]

Great info! I tried 5 cuttings and 3 took. I did not know about the pinching off but I will be doing that now...

[@j.g.7054]

I really enjoy your videos! I learn so much! Thank you very much!

[@diversegardener392]

Awesome results and information, thank you so much!

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

Extremely helpful watering info. Thanks!

[@KillEscort]

Great info. Love your videos!

[@christinebeames2311]

Great info xx

I have rooted lavender this year and its very easy but without growlights....

[@GardensforLife]

Great video! Keep up the good work! Good luck all way from Ireland! :D

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks!

[@rasoolthamer1]

Thank you for the clarification. The question is what is the best soil type for lavender in a pot

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Just anything that drains relatively well.

[@sandhills2344]

Love update videos!

[@steftacular]

Great video thank you!! I'm looking forward to trying out these methods!

[@elainefleischmann4175]

Great! I'm going for it! Thank you.

[@barbll000]

Great video. Thanks for the comparison experiment.

[@bluesky7226]

Great information. Thank you.

[@gloryredbird9930]

Thank you!! This is going to be my next project ☺️

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Best of luck!

[@LittleJordanFarm]

Thanks for info

[@maryelizabethcalais9180]

I'm wondering where to purchase the first small hole planting container and then the second 2x2 pots to transfer the rooted lavender. Please inform. Thanks for your informative videos. I'm 77 now and have gardened and propagated for years for our gardens. Now, I enjoy propagating so much that I'd like to start a small monthly sidewalk plant sale to support my hobby. I watched your business video and it was very helpful. Any more help you can give will be appreciated. I live in a sub-tropical area - zone 9.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

All used plastic from local nurseries.

[@jcstevensva]

This is fantastic '

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Jim

[@jyotikagonsalves6505]

Great video.... thanks very much

[@tokyosailor2752]

cute, it's clear to follow your tricks :) May I know is there yellow lavender? I just bought one but there is no flowers yet....

[@ikswej]

Hi,have you ever made a video of how you make your potting compost?

[@theresa94010]

Great job on the comparison. Cuttings from now on for sure. Do you fertilize established lavender plants, either in ground or potted? what best time to do it? early spring before blooming or after blooming? and best time to prune? Thank you in advance.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Theresa. Yes, ongoing in pots as needed. In the landscape I give them one boost of fertilizer in the spring, and then again at time of cutting. I prune once just as the flowers are maturing (if you get them early enough in my climate, you may see a second flush) and then again later in summer for shape and overwintering.

[@theresa94010]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm - Wonderful, thanks so much for the advice. I have a few in my landscape, just never thought I could propagate them. I have a project to look forward to now. Very exciting. Thanks again from CA.

[@elsagrace3893]

theresa94010 hi Teresa. I moved 3 years ago from 94010 back to my childhood 94020.

[@gregstuart5903]

@@elsagrace3893 - We could have been gardening buddies. If you ever come to visit this area, let me know. Lots of gardeners here.

[@sylviang8500]

Hi, I love your videos on propagating lavenders! A quick question - when do you transplant from a quart size container to a gallon size container? Thanks,

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Sylvia - as soon as the plants in quart sized pots are well rooted to the sides and bottom of the pot, you can upgrade. This may take 6 weeks - but I usually wait until after the winter season.

[@sylviang8500]

Hi Jason, thank you for your quick informative reply. I live in Canada , zone 5 I believe, and don’t have a greenhouse. I will take the 20 plus seedlings indoors over the winter and keep checking their roots to determine if upsizing is required. I must say space wise quarts takes up much less space than gallons!

[@jenniewilliamsmural]

What fun it is to type "Fraser Valley Rose..." into the search bar. Great advice . I'm going to try this right now even though its ridiculously late in the season because I'm catching the bug to actually DO the propagations now. I've done some box and some hydrangea so far. I do have a question! Some of my lavender plants in the landscape that wintered over have never moved past that silver stage to flower. They are just sitting there like little lumps - alive but no activity. What do you suppose I should try to help them to have fun in life? Warmest regards Jennie

[@swtpaige1004]

Thanks for this! I’m your new fan, you explain things very clearly and very informative. I live in NY and winter weather can be bad and sometimes Spring is unpredictable. How do I take care of my lavender in the pot and my lavender in the ground?

[@audigutierrez6946]

Good morning Jason, I was just wondering if you could give a guide on Anise hyssop care and propagation. The first time I had ever seen the plant was through your channel (can't remember which video) but anyways I bought some at Home Depot and the bees seem to really enjoy it.

[@kimhill8017]

Great videos. Thank you. I have been successful with the cuttings under a humidity dome and grow lights and have completed the first transplant into pint containers. Here is where it seems Togo south. Should I continue to grow in the humidity dome or leave them out in the open in a temperature controlled room/my heated garage under grow lights over the winter?. We are in zone 6. TIA

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

They won't need the extra humidity of a dome after rooting. The garage sounds like a decent solution.

[@gailh4466]

Do you have a video on pruning lavender? I have several medium sized lavenders (not in pots) and they have gone a bit woody in the centre.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Thanks Gail. Nothing specific, but I'll put it on my list.

[@kaymgee08]

Thanks for this. I have a question - should you treat all types of lavender the same way with regard to cuttings and pruning?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Each one will may have a little different timing, but yes, pretty much the same pruning cuts for all.

[@kaymgee08]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thanks so much for reply. I will try to propagate several overgrown lavenders and also some small ones which I would love more of.

[@animeloverXinuyasha]

Can you place multiple of the cuttings into one medium sized pot or would you say it's best to plant one and keep pinching so it gets really bushy? Will just one cutting ever get so bushy that it fills the pot nicely? Thanks so much :)

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I'm not sure my way is the right way, but I like to keep a single plant per pot and then trim for branching

[@fauxzein]

Your videos are very helpful. Do you have a suggestion for water soluble fertilizer?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Nothing particular. I just like to aim for a relatively balanced NPK (like 20-20-20)

[@fauxzein]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thanks, that what I usually use for my orchids.

[@grandunionnews2510]

Since this is your second round of cuttings and clearly your existing plants are in bloom: can you grow from cuttings all spring and summer when there are new shoots of growth? Are the pre-flowering cuttings hardier? I have tons of new shoots below my lavender flower stems - can I use those for cuttings now?

[@anniemaymcneely2013]

Wait I've always read that lavender won't flower until the second year and that has been true for the ferry morse true lavender I started from seed 2 years ago

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Annie. Not in my experience. There may be varieties slow to flower, but the seeds I've tried so far have been pretty quick.

[@maryelizabethcalais9180]

Hi Good Job with your videos. Thank you for your response to my last comment. I'm just now propagating my Lavender and Rosemary. I live in Zone 9, sub-tropical lower Louisiana. Your videos are so helpful, thank you. Following your guidance, my cuttings are going into a 1:2 mix of peat moss and perlite in 3" peat pots. They will be placed in my sunroom over winter. I won't be planting all in my own flower gardens; I'm propagating to give as gifts and sell at a yard sale after winter. Your advice is needed for subsequent to root forming; should I take the rooted cuttings out of the peat pots, add potting soil with the peat and perlite in the peat pots, then replace the cuttings in their same peat pots? BTW, I do not have a compost pile yet.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Good to hear about your progress - in a 3" pot, you can just leave them alone until they've rooted to the sides on bottom of the pot. The peat perlite mix should be fine, and it's maybe better not to disturb the root formation.

[@maryelizabethcalais9180]

Tk you Jason. I'll follow your advice. I'm just having so much fun at this old age with the propagating phase. I've also propagated my Basil. Next I'll start propagating the thyme and tarragon that I have enjoyed :)

[@mariagracewelsh3378]

Hello! Your videos are terrific. I am a newbie at lavender. I would like to plant lavender bed in the ground the Spring of 2021 in NJ, Zone 6. When do you think is the best time to start my cuttings so that they will be hardy enough for planting in the Spring?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

They take a while to size and branch - I'm starting a fair sized lavender patch next spring as well, but I started my cuttings back in summer. They're slow to root this time of year, and I think you'd struggle to have them ready to plant in early 2021.

[@stellalam344]

My lavenders were from seeding a year ago. This is the end of April now, is it okay to pinch the top or just cut the whole top off the lavender like you do to create more branches and not disturbing the blooms in June.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

If you do a bit of a pinch for branching now, it shouldn't affect flowering much. A more substantial prune may delay it

[@marezeedo]

Love this video. Appreciate the tip on watering in containers! Wondering, what temperatures would be good or not good to take cuttings? We’re having real hot days right now, and I’m not sure propagating them under a soda bottle or plastic cover would be good for them.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Optimum is somewhere between 70 and 80F (20 to 27C)

[@karenklei]

Okay... Cincinnati, Zone 6a. I just did my cuttings yesterday (Aug 23). I was hoping to get them in the ground if we have a mild fall/early winter. (Meaning if I can plant in late Oct). First, is that possibly enough time? IF NOT, what should I do with them all winter? Keep them under lights or just in a warm inside place with light from windows?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Karen. I'd overwinter them in pots at this point. If they're well rooted in a small pot (I'm thinking 4" size) you probably don't need to keep them very warm. If you have a cooler room the lavender will go semi-dormant over winter.

[@plantbasedprepper]

How long before cuttings where you let them produce flowers? I thought it was faster than from seed but with seeds, I don't have to keep cutting like you did.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I usually take cuttings in the early stages about 2 weeks before they'd initiate flowers. Both cuttings and seeding are pretty easy, but the seedlings start out so small that it takes them much longer to make a full-sized plant.

[@bobgreene7338]

Great update! What percentage would you say set roots? Looked pretty high! Thanks!

[@jake8283]

I tried doing lavender by cuttings(6) and I lost them all, but 1. Not sure what I did wrong. 3 weeks later and I’m down to 1.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

It almost always comes down to moisture management - too little or too much. I'm crossing my fingers for your final plant.

[@tylerw9160]

I’m in the same boat here

[@TateBugs]

Thank you so much for all your help! I am a little unsure of what to do at the second. It is July and I have a tray of seedlings that are about 2 inches tall under a humidity dome. I’m not gonna be ready to put them in the ground until next year because I’m still prepping that space. I don’t have a greenhouse either. What do I do next? Do I need to harden them off before transplanting in smaller nursery pots? And, once I do have them in smaller pots, do I need to make some sort of “greenhouse” with plastic to keep them under or can they be in open air?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Sorry for the late reply. It was peak season, and I'm trying to catch up now. Yes, if you haven't done so already it's harden them off to the open air. They don't need a lot of excess humidity after initial rooting.

[@stephinehendrix7388]

Really like your videos! Question: can starts be made from new plants that are cut back, or should starts be made from an established lavender? Thank you!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Stephine. You can use the trimming to start new plants - so long as they're actively growing and healthy, that's a really good source of cuttings.

[@stephinehendrix7388]

Thank you! Keep those great videos coming 😃

[@sabi2584]

I have 2 French lavender in pots. They are in full sun, Southern California, and I am so scared of over watering and causing root rot as I had that happen with 2 other lavender in pots. How do I balance that fine line of over watering and under watering? How can I tell the difference? These 2 I have now were so lush and bright and now look grey and some browning. I was watering a bit everyday before the quality of the plants started to decrease. Now I cut back to once a week for fear of causing root rot. Am I under watering? Temps have been in the low to mid 70's.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

If they're in pots it might be possible to get a look at the roots/soil for an idea of what's happening. If you tip it out of the pot and find the soil to be bone-dry that would explain the grey in the leaves. If on the other hand, you find the soil moist and the roots seem mushy (or smelly) that could be overwatering & root rot.

[@everettedl]

What are those roses on the case there? They're beautiful!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Derek. Lisa cut them, but I'm pretty sure I recognize them as Julia Child

[@y0nd3r]

You made a distinction on watering between potted and outdoor lavender. Which rule do you apply to an outdoor raised bed?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Here's a trick answer: either way, the goal is to give the lavender enough water so that is doesn't suffer. The "loss of luster" or any wilt on the leaves is a good sign that the plant is struggling. Lavenders in the landscape are relatively drought tolerant (vs. a rose for example) - in a raised would probably be more similar to the landscape than a smaller container.

[@pd9094]

Great video! Question for you - based on your original video I've propagated a bunch of lavender plants (about 50% success rate). Will those young plants survive the winter outside, or do i need to keep them inside for this winter? They are still very small with only a few new leaves/branches each. TIA!

[@novahina]

What's your zone ? If It's a warmer zone then you are fine. If you are like 8-6 zone I would take the cuttings to the inside because of the snow in winter. Basically you can propagate them any time as long as they have fresh young long growth,not too old not too young. Most people take cuttings from plants when they are prunned which is ideally done right after blooming season and It takes almost a month for them to establish and root which is before the winter comes. If you have rooted them for 1 month before the snow they will basically survive any winter or hard conditions like dryness. If your plants are from other varieties like "Spanish or French" Lavender then you can only let them outside If you are above zone 8.I have always heard they are not as hardy as English Lavender. I would suggest you pick up two plants,and let one outside and take care of one in a warmer windowsill inside your home and watch the difference. That's the easiest way to know about your climate and region. I hope helped you with something. God bless you 😉💜

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

You still have some growing time to bulk them, but the larger plant you can put in the ground, the better chance it has. It wouldn't hurt to wait until next spring.

[@pd9094]

@@novahina I'm in the Kootenays - zone 5/6

[@novahina]

@@pd9094 Stick with English Lavender and the others you can keep them inside of your house in the winter 💜🥰👍😻

[@BalladofJanine]

I have a huge Spanish lavender plant that is healthy and growing well, I want to know if I can take cuttings and grow inside for the winter? This plant is in a planter. Utah zone

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Yes - I'd sure give it a try!

[@kummiekins]

I can’t seem to grow lavender from seed and neither can i grow from cutting cos they’re not sold in nurseries here in Malaysia ☹️. sucks cos i really, really like lavendars.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Sorry to hear it. A good fresh supply of seed seems to make a difference for me. I buy mine from Jelitto.

[@kummiekins]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thank you. I’d love to get mine from Jelitto too but I don’t think we’re allowed to buy seeds directly from overseas unless you run a nursery. I probably have to talk to a nursery and find out how fresh their seeds are.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Oh, that's too bad! I wish you the best of luck - I'm sure you'll find a way to get your hands on some healthy lavender!

[@kummiekins]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm and so i did! Finally got my hands on a potted one today. Honestly i was so shocked to see such a healthy and thriving lavender plant that I initially thought it was rosemary! It’s all foliage and no flowers so i ran my fingers through the leaves and went giddy when i smelt that lavender scent! I’m definitely gonna try and propogate this one using your tutorials ❤️

[@ffariezz6452]

Kat shopee ada jual benih dn pokok

[@jmiyan6978]

Hi! When you say be the best time to propagate lavender?

[@mckai4717]

How do you keep air circulation when you propagate plants

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Ethan - good question. I do propagation two ways: 1) like you see in this video, with a humidity dome, and 2) on open benches with timed mist. The second is much "safer" in terms of rot because of the better air circulation. Under the dome, the only air flow is through three drilled holes in the top of the plastic. I open the domes every day or two to check for rot, so that helps a bit too. It's a bit of a trade-off, because the ones under the dome (and lights) do seem to root a little quicker, but are more susceptible to rot.

[@luismachado6264]

I live in a temperate climate. I have a small lavender plant, about 7 inches tall, when should i make some cuttings for propagation?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Now is good!

[@michelehood1160]

When can these go into the garden in its permanent spot?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

As soon as they've rooted to the sides and bottom of the pot. Plant in spring or early summer for best results.

[@jamesstubbins3510]

When's the best time to take cuttings?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I like to take them early in the season, when the shoots are growing rapidly, but before flowering. It's okay to take them anytime the plant is in active growth, though.

[@klattin1501]

Awesome techings going on here. I will have to try lavendar. I am learning so much! Since your success with hydrangeas is 100 % I have taken hard and soft root cuttings from my favorite hydrangea with 0% success. Leaves wilt and die in a few weeks. I water, not mist. So I want try again, but it is July with first frost coming mid October. The hydrangea is in full bloom. When is the best successful time , as in season , and time of day to take cuttings?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Any time there are fresh young shoots - in my area that's usually June, and then after blooming again. Time of day: morning (if possible, but not essential). Maybe try a humidity dome as shown in the lavender video, just to reduce the wilting and leaf loss.

[@novahina]

What about a windowscape?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Give it a try - lavender is generally happier outdoors.

[@starrebornalpha]

What brand of soil is it, where can I buy it?

[@zom6ie]

I tried 12 seeds stratified and 12 left alone in a plastic egg carton... only 2 sprouted, and even then, only one of each sprouted! I keep it moist and under pretty much direct (artificial) light. Any ideas?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

The only thing I can say is that good quality/fresh seeds seem to make a difference. I bought mine from Jelitto - good germ rate with no stratification

[@zom6ie]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm I should definitely look into sourcing some, perhaps from my local plant group on Facebook. These were packaged at the dollar store, Burpee brand. Thank you!

[@gardennanny9117]

What times of year can one successfully take lavender cuttings? Thanks! :)

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Hi Stephanie. Lavender goes semi-dormant over winter, but any time it's in active growth, you can take cuttings for propagation. They root a bit faster from fresh spring growth than in the fall, so that's the best time. Around here, I'd aim for May, but I've also gone as late as September (indoor under lights)

[@gardennanny9117]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm Thank you so much. Took a bunch of cuttings today. :)

[@elsagrace3893]

Did you fertilize your lavender from cuttings? Mine are much smaller. Half that size. I thought lavender didn’t like fertilizer so I didn’t fertilize.

[@elsagrace3893]

Ahhh, also I didn’t pinch them.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Yes- I fertilize as soon as they've developed roots. Half-strength to begin, but after a couple week they'll take full strength. Again with the difference between garden culture and containers. Even a "light feeder" will require supplemental feeding in a container. In the garden, their roots would be able to search for nutrition in the soil.

[@travelinglovebugs7]

How many times do you pinch?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

It might be once every month - every time I see new elongated growth, I pinch for branching.

[@user-ru8bu9ed4m]

My cuttings are getting some spots😢 what am i doing wrong.

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I probably wouldn't let it bother me too much - there are all sorts of airborne diseases of low to moderate severity that can show up on cuttings, especially while the humidity is high. If they're growing well otherwise, I'd just trim off the worst of it and let them grow through.

[@user-ru8bu9ed4m]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm thank you, ive trimmed it and noticed tiny foliage so fingers crossed 🤞

[@CasaLavandei]

Do you grow them in the greenhouse or outside?

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

I usually grow them in my unheated greenhouse, but after rooting and hardening off, outdoors would be fine

[@CasaLavandei]

@@FraserValleyRoseFarm thank you!

[@sgcanesillegals6440]

I water once and they die!!!

[@FraserValleyRoseFarm]

Oh no! I guess that means they didn't root properly. Was this in spring or fall?

[@henrywilliams514]

Omg y'all know my name my name is lavender is not a lie go ask my mom for real