Favoured by citizens of the Roman Empire for fragrance, French Lavender is a quintessential variety for cottage gardens, Mediterranean gardens and patio pots in sunny spots! Fabulous flaring purple petals from compact bracts, which crown slender scented stems. French Lavender forms very attractive bushes of aromatic grey/green foliage, for year-round interest. Easy to grow and trouble free, every garden should have at least one Lavender!Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 60-65F (15-18C). Sow in well drained compost, just covering the seed with compost. Sow at any time of year. Germination can be slow. After sowing, seal container in a polythene bag and leave at 60-65F (15-18C) for 2 weeks, then place in a refrigerator (not freezer) for 3-6 weeks. After this return to the recommended germination temperature. If germination does not occur in 6-10 weeks return to the fridge for a further 3-6 weeks. Examine regul