Lavender officinalis

Lavender Blooms Best When You Follow One Rule

Lavender is tough and low-maintenance, but it won’t stay dense and floriferous without regular pruning. The key is simple: never cut back into old wood, and your plants will remain compact and full of blooms for years.

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How to Use Spent Lavender Blooms and Make Homemade Fabric Softener Quickly

Don’t throw away lavender stems and faded flower heads after summer pruning. Steep them in vinegar to make a gentle, naturally scented fabric softener in no time.

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Create a Lavender Garden with One Clever Propagation Method

Summer is an ideal time to multiply lavender at home and quickly grow new plants for beds and patio pots. With simple cuttings or even water rooting, you can expand your lavender without buying more plants.

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Lavender fragrance indoors and in the garden all year round

Lavender is a sun-loving, drought-tolerant shrub that rewards you with beautiful blooms and a clean, calming scent. Learn how to plant it, prune it correctly, and harvest and dry the flowers for use at home.

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