Lavender has enchanted gardeners for millennia with its silver-gray foliage and purple flower spikes. From ancient Roman bathing rituals (the name derives from the Latin lavare, meaning to wash) to ...

Lavender is a popular herb that is known for its fragrance and charming purple flowers, but it seems it also has 'friends' it ...

To dry your lavender, tie the stems together to display and hang upside down, or place them in a vase (no water is needed). When dry, rub the buds off and save them in a small, lidded jar for ...

Lavender will grow big abundant flowers if watered with 3 natural items once a season Lavender is a beautiful plant that can be incredibly easy to grow if you know how to fertilise it properly.

By Angela Patrone, Lifestyle Reporter 04:00, Mon, Jul 29, 2024 Bookmark Lavender grows ‘gorgeous blooms’ when planted by 2 plants but ‘won’t flower’ near these 3 (Image: Getty) ...

Soil Growing lavender plants in full sun is the easiest way to ensure lots of buds and large, full bushes. Go light on the organic matter and fertiliser since lean soil, or soil with little to no ...

When it comes to growing Russian sage, Alexander recommends planting in well-drained soil in full sun. He also tells us that it thrives in hot, dry climates with minimal water once established. So ...

If using lavender flowers, crush 1/4 cup blossoms in 6-8 ounces distilled water. Leave mixture in a cool, dark place for 5-7 days, then strain and discard flowers.