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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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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How To Prune Lavender For Even More Heavenly-Scented Blooms – Just Follow These 5 Simple TipsPruning lavender at the right way is essential for promoting robust growth and prolific flowering. Here's how and when to do it for the best results.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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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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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
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Lavender Container Care: Tips On Growing Lavender In PotsLavender is a beautiful herb to grow in pots, planters or other containers. Read on for tips on the best practices.
By Liz Baessler
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What Are The Best Plants To Grow With LavenderLavender is very good at protecting other plants from pests. Learn more about the best planting companions for lavender in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Lavender Seed Propagation – How To Plant Lavender SeedsLavender seeds are slow to germinate and plants grown from them may not flower in the first year, but if you?re patient and willing to put in the work, you can generate beautiful plants from seeds. Learn about starting lavender from seed in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Lavandin Plant Care: Lavandin Vs. Lavender In The GardenThe scent is unmistakable but is your lavender really a lavender? You may have a hybrid of lavender called lavandin. Learn more about this French lavender plant in the article that follows. Click here for additional information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Lavender Plant Division: Can Lavender Plants Be DividedIf you're reading this article, it means you have an interest in dividing lavender plants and who can blame you? The burning question is, however, can lavender plants be divided? The answer is, it's kind of complicated. Click here to learn more.
By Shelley Pierce

