On Sun, 03 Nov 2002 03:48:05 GMT,
(Rodger Whitlock) wrote:

But to my intense surprise, the lavenders re-sprouted and grew
vigorously and well.

I found it depends upon variety. Lullingstone Castle is very vigorous
and can be abused, but Hidcote is more delicate. Lullingstone's got
lax habit, but it's great if you're growing for scent : *very*
powerful :-)