How many types of lavender are there?

1. There are several

There are 28 species of lavender in the world, and only two in my country. Its flowering period is generally from June to August, and its flowers come in rich colors, including purple, blue, white and pink. In addition to its high ornamental value, it can also be used to extract spices, so it is also a very good economic crop.

2. Common Types

1. Lavender: This variety is the most common. It is native to the Mediterranean coast and is cultivated throughout Europe. Its mature plants can withstand high temperatures of 40°C and low temperatures of -21°C. They do not require much water during their growth, but they cannot do without sufficient light. Generally, it should be planted in a sunny place with deep soil and appropriate topdressing should be applied during the growing period.

2. Broadleaf lavender: This variety is native to southern Europe and is also cultivated in my country, but it is very rare. It is generally planted in loose, fertile neutral soil, and can also be planted in alkaline soil. It does not require much watering and does not require much fertilizer. After it blooms, you need to prune from the first node below the flower and trim the plant into a hemispherical shape.

3. Pinnate lavender: The leaves of this variety are deeply pinnately lobed, usually opposite, and have a certain fragrance. Its flowers are dark purple and have no fragrance, but they bloom all year round and only go dormant during the summer when it gets too hot. It is native to the Canary Islands and requires plenty of sunlight at ordinary times, but only appropriate shade in the summer.

4. Toothed lavender: This variety is an ornamental plant, usually grown in courtyards. It has average cold resistance but good heat resistance. Its flowers are light purple and have a fragrant smell. In addition, it can be put in a sachet to repel mosquitoes, and the extracted essential oil can soothe the nerves.