There’s more than one way to propagate lavender, but some methods are quicker than others. Luckily, lavender is one of the easiest plants to grow from cuttings, which will easily root in rich, well-prepared soil. The sweet spot for taking cuttings is between June and September, when your lavender is in its prime, bursting with life and ready to share the love.

You’ve got options: hardwood or softwood cuttings. Softwood cuttings, snipped from the fresh, tender tips of the plant’s new growth, are eager to grow roots in just two to four weeks. If you’re planning to propagate in the cooler fall or winter months, don’t fret! Thicker hardwood cuttings are your go-to method. They may take a bit longer to root (about four to six weeks), but they’re just as reliable.

While you might be tempted to propagate your lavender in water, planting cuttings directly in the soil gives you the best shot at success. And here’s a pro tip: to make your propagating even easier and more successful, use a dab of rooting hormone to give your cuttings a head start, encouraging them to establish strong, healthy roots in no time.