Spanish Lavender Lavandula × cadevallii Fairy Wings Blush = 'Fw Whimsical' (Fairy Wings Series)

Water

The lavender plant known as 'Fairy Wings Whimsical' should be watered thoroughly, ensuring the soil is damp but not waterlogged. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to avoid overwatering. Typically, watering once every 7 to 10 days should be sufficient, depending on the climate and weather conditions. During hot, dry spells, more frequent watering may be necessary, while in cooler, moist conditions, the frequency should be reduced. It's recommended to provide about 1 gallon of water per plant for each watering session to ensure deep soil saturation.

Light

'Fairy Wings Whimsical' lavender requires full sun conditions to thrive, with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day. The best spot for this plant is in an area that receives unobstructed sunlight from morning until afternoon, as adequate light is essential for growth and flowering. It can tolerate partial shade but may not bloom as prolifically.

Temperature

'Fairy Wings Whimsical' lavender does well in a wide range of temperatures, but it thrives when the temperature is between 60°F and 70°F. The plant can survive minimum temperatures down to about 10°F and maximum temperatures well into the high 80s°F. Frost can damage young growth, so provide protection or plant in a location that minimizes frost exposure.

Pruning

Pruning 'Fairy Wings Whimsical' lavender encourages bushy growth and prevents the plant from becoming woody. It is best to prune lightly in spring as new growth appears and more heavily after the plant has flowered, usually in late summer or early fall. Remove about a third of the plant's growth to promote healthy, new shoots. Pruning yearly will help maintain its compact shape and encourage more blooms for the following season.

Cleaning

As needed

Soil

The best soil mix for Lavender 'Fairy Wings Blush' should be light, well-draining, and slightly alkaline with a pH of 6.7-7.3. A mix of equal parts coarse sand, perlite, and compost is ideal, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot and provide essential nutrients.

Repotting

Lavender 'Fairy Wings Blush' should be repotted every 2 to 3 years to refresh the soil and provide room for growth. Spring is the best time for repotting, before the onset of the growing season.

Humidity & Misting

Lavender 'Fairy Wings Blush' prefers low to moderate humidity levels. Ideal conditions include airy environments with good circulation, avoiding high humidity to prevent disease and promote healthy growth.

Suitable locations

• Indoor

  Place in a sunny spot, well-draining soil, water sparingly.

• Outdoor

  Plant in full sun, well-draining soil, water sparingly.

• Hardiness zone

  5-9 USDA

Life cycle

Lavandula × cadevallii 'Fw Whimsical', commonly known as the Fairy Wings Blush lavender, begins its life cycle as a seed, which when sown and given the appropriate conditions, germinates and emerges as a seedling. The seedling then develops into a young plant with characteristic fragrant foliage and establishes a root system. As it matures, the plant enters the vegetative stage, producing more leaves and stems and growing larger in size. Following this, the Fairy Wings Blush lavender enters the flowering stage, producing its distinctive pale pink blossoms that attract pollinators and emit a pleasant aroma. After pollination, the flowers may set seed, completing the reproductive cycle. Finally, the plant may enter a dormant phase during colder months, conserving energy before the cycle restarts with new growth in the spring.

Propogation

• Propogation time

  Spring to Summer

• Propogation: Lavandula × cadevallii Fairy Wings Blush, commonly known as Fairy Wings lavender, can typically be propagated through softwood cuttings during the late spring to early summer. The most popular method involves taking a cutting of about 3 to 4 inches (roughly 7.5 to 10 centimeters) from new growth that isn't flowering. The lower leaves should be stripped, and the cut end dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. Then, the cutting can be placed in a well-draining soil mixture, ensuring the stem is upright and secure. The soil should be kept moist but not saturated to avoid rotting. It's important to provide the cutting with a warm environment and indirect light until roots have established, which typically takes a few weeks. After rooting, the plant can be gradually acclimatized to outdoor conditions before transplanting.