Science · Plants, Natives & Crops

Lavender

A fragrant perennial subshrub suited to full sun and sharply drained soil; saturated conditions are unfavorable.

Lavandula angustifolia · Herb/medicinal crop

Profile

Site: Full sun where stated by cited publication.
Soil: Use well-drained soil; crop-specific preferences summarized in water guidance.
Production: Harvest or propagation recommendations depend on crop.
Caution: No unsupported numeric salinity or moisture thresholds supplied.

Water & soil context

Moisture (VWC): Allow soil to drain; avoid wet roots.
Salinity tolerance: Not documented in cited pages.
Drought tolerance: Established plants favor dry conditions.

Illustrative monitoring-depth band

6–12 in

Editorial placement example, not a validated optimum or total rooting depth. Confirm the site's root distribution and soil horizons; multiple depths may be needed.

For irrigated production, water to establish then avoid persistent saturation; prioritize drainage.

Problems to watch

Leaf spot; root rot

Stress signs

Spotted leaves; root decline in wet soil

Where you'll find it

Fragrance, tea, flavoring, ornamental flowers

Sources & scope

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Published botanical and soil references are distinct from GroundWorx product guidance. Moisture thresholds and monitoring depths require site calibration; sources do not establish product performance or diagnose stress.