‘Best time’ to prune lavender plants to grow ‘more flowers for longer’ and avoid damage (Image: Getty)
make for a stunning addition to all gardens, no matter the size and climate.
However, lavender plants can be finicky to care for and tend to become woody and sparse if not properly maintained.
The plant specialists at have shared indispensable advice, including the optimal time, to help cultivate gorgeous lavender.
Julian de Bosdari, Ashridge’s CEO, explained: “Lavender is one of the most popular plants during springtime, so it’s essential that you know exactly how to care for them so they can bloom beautifully.”
He stressed: “Understanding the hardiness of your lavender and what it can handle is paramount to producing a beautifully plant.”
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Pruning lavender effectively is tied to the plant’s hardiness (Image: Getty)
Pruning lavender effectively is tied to the plant’s hardiness. If you have a robust English lavender, it can withstand winter temperatures as low as -15C, so there’s no need to move it from your garden.
The expert advised: “They should be cut back after flowering (usually in August) without cutting into old wood or removing green shoots.
“Hybrid lavender should be pruned no later than September after the first flush of flowers.
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The “best time” for pruning lavender in late spring or early summer for “optimal blooming” (Image: Getty)
“Tender lavender should be deadheaded and pruned when overgrown and shabby.”
Lindsey Hyland, expert gardener and creator of , advised that the “best time” for pruning lavender in late spring or early summer for “optimal blooming”.
She further noted: “This timing allows the plant to recover and produce new growth before winter.”
Gardening experts at agreed with the time frame Lindsey recommended. They claimed: “The best time for pruning is in early spring before the plant shows signs of first growth. This promotes the formation of new shoots.
“Pruning lavender in summer encourages a second flowering, boosting the plant’s resistance to diseases and pests.”
The experts added: “Pruning your lavender bush allows you to maintain a manageable shape and size, but essentially, it encourages the plant to produce more flowers for longer and protects the plant from disease and pest damage.”