When you receive your lavender plants they will be in plastic nursery pots, it is advised to water well, and let them soak for at least 45 minutes before planting. Create holes for the plants to be placed into, and lightly cover the roots with soil, trying not to leave gaps (air holes) but also not to compact the soil too much so the roots can develop.
Lavender doesn't mind somewhat dry soil once established, too much water can cause root rot. Spread mulch around the base of your lavender plants to help keep weeds from growing. In the autumn, two to three weeks before the estimated hard frost, prune back one third of each lavender plant. This will help to prevent overgrown branches which can break and will ensure a nice full healthy plant the next spring. Do not use insecticide on lavender. It does quite well as long as it is kept well drained, due to its naturally strong essential oils which deter deer and many insects.
Also very importantly, do not use grow more, or other common feed - lavender will not appreciate this, and will most probably not survive such treatment.
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