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Growth
Slow Establishment After Transplanting Lavender
Commonly affects: Lavandula angustifolia / L. x intermedia (Lavender)
A newly planted lavender grows slowly or looks stressed for an extended period after transplanting, taking longer than expected to settle in.
Potential Causes
- 1Transplant shock from root disturbance during planting
- 2Planting at the wrong time of year (very hot summer or cold winter rather than spring or early autumn)
- 3Overwatering a newly-planted specimen out of concern, when established-plant watering habits don't yet apply
Solution Steps
- 1Water a newly-planted lavender somewhat more regularly than an established plant for the first few weeks, then taper off quickly as roots establish
- 2Plant in spring or early autumn when temperatures are moderate, avoiding the stress of extreme heat or cold during establishment
- 3Be patient, since lavender typically takes a full growing season to establish fully and show its best growth
Prevention Tip
New lavender needs a brief adjustment period with slightly more attentive watering before switching to the drought-tolerant, low-water regime it thrives on once established.
