Huettl Landscape Architecture The mulch in this photo was probably shredded redwood or cedar, but may have been fir bark. It does not stop weeds but helps in their control. We don't prefer the weedblock fabric, but typically the gardeners hand-pull or spot spray deep rooted weeds with a Round-up type spray (glyphosate). If you spray its good to have a second sprayer of pure water to wash off any accidental overspray that gets on desired plants. For crushed rock areas, if you install 3" thick and compact, you usually have very few weeds.
Huettl Landscape Architecture Those are young lavender. They have since filled in completely at that spacing to the point of seasonally obscuring the wall.
Massing LavenderFor a mass of lavender against a stone wall or fence, plant en masse, leaving room between for the shrubby flowers to grow. You'll have to deal with clumps of lavender for a few years until they fill out and create the mass you are looking for.
For a mass of lavender against a stone wall or fence, plant en masse, leaving room between for the shrubby flowers to grow. You'll have to deal with clumps of lavender for a few years until they fill out and create the mass you are looking for.
When designing a garden with lavender, put its environmental needs first. Site it in full sun with great drainage. The fastest way to kill lavender is to overwater it. Once you've found the perfect site, the only question becomes whether you should mass or mix this fabulous plant.
For a mass of lavender against a stone wall or fence, plant en masse, leaving room between for the shrubby flowers to grow. You'll have to deal with clumps of lavender for a few years until they fill out and create the mass you are looking for.
When designing a garden with lavender, put its environmental needs first. Site it in full sun with great drainage. The fastest way to kill lavender is to overwater it. Once you've found the perfect site, the only question becomes whether you should mass or mix this fabulous plant.
Botanical name: Lavandula
Common name: Lavender
USDA zones: 5-10
Water requirement: Regular water until established; then low water needs
Soil requirement: Requires excellent drainage
Sun requirement: Prefers full sun
Mature size: 1 to 3 feet high, 1- to 3-foot spread
Growth rate: Slow. Trim lightly in spring to maintain a compact shape (old wood rarely produces new growth).
Tolerances: Drought tolerant and deer resistant
Environmental benefits: Attracts birds, hummingbirds and butterflies; makes for a wonderful bath and culinary addition.
When designing a garden with lavender, put its environmental needs first. Site it in full sun with great drainage. The fastest way to kill lavender is to overwater it. Once you've found the perfect site, the only question becomes whether you should mass or mix this fabulous plant.
added by bjnicole_2000 to Exteriors (9 months ago)
For a mass of lavender against a stone wall or fence, plant en masse, leaving room between for the shrubby flowers to grow. You'll have to deal with clumps of lavender for a few years until they fill out and create the mass you are looking for.
how to mass lavender...maybe we remove some other plants and plant more lavender n their place? monochromatic colors? rethink some views in back yard...hmmm