Growing Lavender with Back to the Roots – A Complete Guide
One of the most loved herbs, lavender has beautiful purple flowers and a soothing scent. Many people want to grow lavender indoors so they can enjoy its beauty and scent all year. Back to the Roots’ Organic Lavender Windowsill Planter kits make it easy. In this detailed guide, I’ll show you how to grow lavender successfully with Back to the Roots’ lavender planter kits. I’ll talk about everything, from setting up and planting to fixing common problems. My goal is to make it as easy as possible for you to grow lavender indoors!
An Overview of Back to the Roots Lavender Planters
Back to the Roots’ lavender planters provide everything needed to grow organic lavender at home:
- A large 64oz mason jar with lid
- Custom organic potting soil
- Organic lavender seeds
- 2 organic fertilizer spikes
- 100% guaranteed to grow promise
The mason jar lets you see the roots grow, and the specially made soil gives the lavender the nutrients it needs. The non-GMO, certified organic seeds ensure quality plants.
The fertilizer spikes give a boost at key stages. And if for any reason your lavender doesn’t thrive, Back to the Roots will replace your kit for free.
Step-by-Step Lavender Growing Instructions
Here is a step-by-step guide to using Back to the Roots’ lavender kits from start to finish:
- Prepare the Soil
First, remove the plastic lid from the mason jar. Fill the jar 3/4 full with the included potting soil. Next, dampen the soil with 1/2 cup of water to moisten before planting.
- Plant the Seeds
Evenly space 6-8 lavender seeds around the top of the soil. Gently push the seeds about 1/4 inch into the soil. Covering them helps maintain consistent moisture and warmth for sprouting.
- Caring for Seedlings
You should see seedlings coming up from the ground in two to four weeks. Cut off the extra stems at soil level when they reach about 3 inches of height. This will leave you with 3 seedlings. If you want to get the most growth and less competition, thin the plants again when they are 5 inches tall, leaving only the strongest one.
- Ongoing Care
Lavender thrives in drier soil. Only water when the top 1-2 inches becomes dry, adding about 1/2 cup at a time. Place the planter in a south facing window or area with at least 8 hours of direct sun daily. Ideal temperature is 70-75°F.
- Fertilizing
Insert one fertilizer spike into the soil when plants are 8 weeks old. Push the second spike in when first flower buds emerge, usually around 12-16 weeks.
- Harvesting and Enjoying!
You can start harvesting lavender leaves and stems for use once the plant has multiple sets of leaves. Snip stems just above leaf junctions. Use fresh or dried lavender in cooking, crafts, aromatherapy and more! Soon you’ll have beautiful blooms and enticing fragrance. Back to the Roots kits make growing lavender simple and fun!
Troubleshooting Common Lavender Growing Problems
While these kits make it easy, some issues can arise when growing plants inside. Here are some common lavender problems and solutions:
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Not sprouting: Lavender seeds need steady warmth and water to grow. The soil should stay wet, and the planter should be between 70°F and 75°F. Covering with plastic wrap can retain warmth and moisture.
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Leggy, Weak Seedlings: Increase sunlight if possible or supplement with a grow light 2-4 inches above plants, turning off at night for warmth.
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Yellow Leaves: Adjust watering to keep soil moist but not saturated. Both under and overwatering can cause yellowing. Observe soil moisture closely.
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Woody Stems: This can happen with insufficient sunlight. Rotate the planter for light on all sides or use a supplemental grow light.
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Flower Buds Falling Off: Improve pollination by gently shaking the plant daily once buds appear. Maintain optimal temps and increase sunlight.
Get Growing with Back to the Roots!
With the proper setup, care and troubleshooting, you’ll soon be enjoying gorgeous, fragrant lavender grown by your own hand! Lavender is such a versatile and lovely herb. Homegrown lavender encourages incorporating it into more aspects of daily life – from lavender sugar to relaxing baths. With Back to the Roots, anyone can become a successful lavender gardener!
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What is a back to the roots lavender grow kit?
I was impressed when I opened my Back to the Roots Lavender grow kit. This company is dedicated to help the experience of garden uhh my come along with love! ✋ The kit includes everything you need to start the windowsill plant inside; including soil, large planter, seeds, fertilizer spikes and growing information. The kit is guaranteed to grow!.
What is a back to the roots lavender planter?
Back to the Roots has helped more than 5 million families grow their own organic food. The Back to the Roots Lavender Windowsill Planter is the best way to grow organic lavender inside. No chemicals, no transplanting, and no draining needed (our biochar technology prevents overwatering).
How do you root a lavender plant?
To root a lavender plant, first fill 3-inch pots with a half and half mixture of moist soil and peat moss in spring. Take several 3-inch cuttings from the new growing tips of the mother lavender plant, being careful not to crush the stems. Remove the leaves from the bottom third of the cuttings. Then, poke 3 holes in the pots for planting the cuttings.
How do I contact back to the roots?
And remember, all of our kits are 100% Guaranteed to Grow, so if you have any questions or issues, just shoot us a note or text us. You can also chat us with live with the “Help” widget on the bottom left of this page. Happy Growing! Email: Contact@backtotheroots. com | Call or Text: 510. 588. 5331.
How do I contact backtotheroots?
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