Lavender is a perennial herb native to northern Africa and the mountainous regions of the Mediterranean. This flowering beauty is another one of those multi-purpose herbs loved by gardeners, herbalists, and bees. Lavender herb is prized for it’s fragrance and serve us, our homes, and our kitchens incredibly well.
Uses: Lavender blossoms gives a wonderful floral twist to marinades, just add two (2) teaspoons of fresh lavender or one (1) teaspoon of dried blossoms to your favourite marinade, it especially blends well with beef and chicken.
A bit of lavender in lemonade or cocktails is refreshing and delicious on a hot day. On cold days, lavender tea is just wonderful in soothing and calming the mind.
Lavender has awesome flavour, just lay fresh blossoms with sugar in a jar and let it sit for a few weeks. After it sits the sugar will take on a slight lavender flavour and the colour of the blossoms making it a perfect addition to cookies and cakes.
Sunlight: Lavender loves sun. Six to eight hours of sun is best, but some afternoon shade is fine in the hotter season.
Soil: Our herb garden contains well drain soil which is ideal for growth. Once per week lightly till the soil around the plant. This achieves aeration which allows air, water and nutrients to penetrate the roots. This helps the roots grow deeply and produce a stronger, more vigorous herb garden.
Humidity: Good air circulation is essential, especially in areas of high humidity. Lavender is not fond of damp, still air, which makes it prone to root rot.
Water: Lavender is fairly drought-tolerant, so only give a thorough watering, when the soil is completely dry.
Nutrients: Our Herb Garden doesn’t require immediate plant food, as our potting soil already contains a slow-release plant food that can last up to 6 months. If plant food is needed or your herb plant shows signs of stress like yellowing foliage, you can add your favourite compost, or use an organic liquid plant food or a weak solution of an all-purpose water-soluble fertilizer.
Harvest: When harvesting lavender, never cut into the woody part of your lavender. Always make sure to leave the leafless wood intact, since cutting it could injure the plants. A good rule is to prune two leaves set above the woody part. This will encourage stable growth and a healthier thicker lavender plant.
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