After all that work, I just now came across a short article, written by someone who OWNS a lavender farm, that says that even if English Lavender makes it through the humid months of our southeastern summer, it may not bloom again next year. Their theory was that lavender may need cold winter temperatures in order to bloom.

Is this true? Does English lavender have to be grown like an annual in our area? Or have any of you had your English Lavender re-bloom? And, if so, do you have any tips for me as a first time lavender grower? Any specific kinds do better than others?

Thanks for your help :-)

'Pete's Herbs' is on John's Island (SC).

Thanks!