Lavender
Evocative and aromatic, bee-friendly lavender is one of our most versatile plants. At home in ornamental borders, container displays and drought-resistant drifts, these herbal mainstays deserve a place in every plot. Our growing guides show you how to get the best from these stunning shrubs.
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Struggling to Grow Lavender? This Unexpected Childhood Staple Can Unlock Bushier, Highly Fragrant BloomsIf your lavender is looking more lackluster than lush, the secret to unlocking its full, fragrant potential might be hiding in a box of school supplies. Here’s why a little bit of chalk could be just the thing to help it reach its bushy, fragrant best
By Janey Goulding
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What to Do With Your Lavender in June – 5 Easy Tasks Done Now Will Give You Fabulous Fragrance and Better BloomsLavender plants are blooming in June and filling gardens with wonderful scent. Keep plants happy and blooming with a few easy tasks.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Turn Lavender Trimmings into Free Plant Food – This 48-Hour Garden Tonic Boosts Growth and Deters Pests NaturallyBefore you toss your lavender trimmings in the compost, why not harness their natural flower power? Here's how to make a disease-defying tonic for your summer ornamentals
By Tyler Schuster
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Grow Lusher Lavender With This One Simple Switch – Try it in June for More Flowers and Drifts of Fabulous FragranceGive your lavender plant the growing conditions it craves and it will reward you with healthier growth, more abundant blooms and stronger scent.
By Emma Kendell
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What Your Lavender Really Needs in April for a Dazzling Display – 5 Essential Tasks for the Longest Season of Fragrant Summer BloomsSet your lavender up properly now and it will reward you with more blooms, stronger growth, and a longer-lasting, more fragrant summer display.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Moving Your Lavender Plant – How to Relocate for Health, Vitality and Lasting FragranceTransplanting lavender is possible, if you pick the right time, prep correctly, and tuck it into a sunny, well-drained spot. Here’s how to ensure a smooth transition for your fragrant favorite
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Collect and Store Lavender Seeds to Plant in the SpringWait until your lavender flowers are dry and brittle, then use this tried and true method to collect the seeds.
By Tonya Barnett
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What Is The 8-8-8 Lavender Rule? Find Out Why This One Simple Pruning Tip Can Help Rejuvenate Your LavenderOne of the most satisfying summer pruning jobs involves getting your lavender in shape – so if you care about doing it right this summer, the 8-8-8 lavender rule is well worth a try
By Janey Goulding
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5 Types of Lavender to Grow for Fabulous Fragrance and Gorgeous BloomsThere are many types of lavender that suit certain areas or uses better than others. Explore the five main categories of lavender to see which is best for you.
By Tonya Barnett
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Can Lavender Grow In Shade? Here’s How To Grow Fragrant Flowering Plants Even In Partial Shade – Plus, Which Lavenders Are BestIf your growing space isn’t the sunniest, you may be wondering: can lavender grow in shade? We look at ways to cultivate this aromatic beauty in partial shade and filtered light
By Janey Goulding
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Want Your Lavender To Bloom for Longer? Try This Expert Tip & Deadhead Lavender Plants For A Longer, Lovelier Flush of FlowersThe heady rush of lavender is a feast for the senses, so make sure you can enjoy the show for as long as possible. Follow our tips on how to deadhead lavender for an extra hit of fragrant pleasures
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Propagate Lavender: Easiest Ways To Grow More Of These Fragrant Flowering HerbsLavender is a great favorite of herb growers and learning how to propagate lavender lets you fill your garden with more of these beautiful, fragrant plants.
By Jackie Carroll
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Munstead Lavender – Ideal For Compact SpacesMunstead lavender is a compact, especially fragrant variety that you're sure not to regret.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Revive Dying Lavender PlantsOverwatering, over-pruning, and inadequate sun are the most common reasons for lavender dying. Let us take you through how to prevent it... and fix it!
By Amy Grant
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8 Lavender Craft Ideas To Savor Your Garden HarvestHome-grown lavender has endless uses for its enticing aroma, flavor, and therapeutic benefits. Discover creative crafts to make your harvest last for months.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Edible Lavender Varieties To Grow In Your Herb GardenIs all lavender edible? Not really. Some lavender is delicious, but not all varieties are the same.
By Amy Grant
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When To Plant Lavender For Happier And Healthier Plants Guaranteed!You may be surprised to learn that the best times to plant lavender seeds are the cooler months. Knowing when to plant lavender correctly gives these fragrant herbs the best start, as this guide explains
By Tonya Barnett

