Lavender 'Miss Catherine'

Lavandula angustifolia 'Miss Katherine'

Lavender 'Miss Katherine' (Lavandula angustifolia 'Miss Katherine') is a lavender variety with beautiful pink flowers and an excellent fragrance, making it very popular in gardens. The following outlines the growth characteristics, propagation methods, cultivation methods, garden uses, and important pests and diseases and control methods for 'Miss Katherine'.

Growth Characteristics
- Height and Width: Mature plants grow to a height of approximately 60 cm and a width of equal length.
- Flower Color: It produces soft pink flowers, blooming during the summer.
- Fragrance: It possesses the rich, typical fragrance of lavender.
- Cold Hardiness: It has relatively strong cold hardiness and can survive even at sub-zero temperatures.

Propagation Methods
- Seeds: It can be propagated by seeds, but this method is generally not used due to the low germination rate.
- Cuttings: Propagation is typically carried out by cutting healthy stems during the summer. This method is the most efficient and has a high success rate. Cultivation Methods
- Soil: Prefers well-drained alkaline or neutral soil.
- Sunlight: It grows best with plenty of sunlight, so it is recommended to plant it in a sunny location.
- Watering: It is important to avoid overwatering and to water periodically when the soil is dry.
- Fertilizer: Avoid high concentrations of nitrogen fertilizer and use light organic fertilizer.

Garden Uses
- Border Plant: Its neat appearance makes it suitable for use as a border plant.
- Scented Garden: Planting it alongside other fragrant plants can maximize the scent.
- Cut Flower: Cutting the flowers and using them for indoor decoration adds visual beauty along with fragrance.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Diseases: Diseases causing leaf and root rot may occur due to overwatering. It is important to cultivate in well-drained soil and avoid excessive moisture.
- Pests: Pests such as aphids may occur; they can be controlled using soapy water or safe garden insecticides. The lavender 'Miss Catherine' is relatively easy to care for, and it is a very good plant to enjoy for its color and fragrance when planted in the garden.

Plant Family	Lamiaceae
Height	60~90cm
Spread	60~90cm
Colors	white, pink
Bloom Period	May to July
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-15°C

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