How do I grow lavender in the New York area? - NYBG Mertz Library Reference Lavender flowers can be harvested and dried for continuing pleasure throughout the year On a dry day, cut the stems just above the leaves To ensure optimal color and scent, choose spikes on which only the lower flowers have opened Tie the lavender stems in bunches with a rubber band, and hang upside down in a dark place with good ventilation
Beginner Gardening:Lavender in Tennessee - Daves Garden :) Lavender buds and essential oils are used to add to soaps for medicinal purposes around here too Tea Tree for antibacterial and healing, aloe vera for rashes and quick healing, calendula and chamomile for softening, peppermint for aromatherapy and sinus problems
Growing Lavender From Seed - Daves Garden A lavender hedge, used to edge a walkway or surrounding a rose garden, is a classic use of this timeless perennial Lavender can also be grown in pots, window boxes and herb gardens Lavender Varieties from Seeds Lavender isn't the easiest plant to start from seed Some varieties, in fact, cannot be grown from seed and require stem cuttings
Lessons from a lavender farm: Growing, harvesting and using lavender blooms Lavender harvested by the stem for decorative purposes, on the other hand, is harvested when the stem is just in bud rather than in full bloom At Lavender Wind Farms, many different lavender products are made Fresh blooms are fashioned into wreaths, bouquets, and wands that retain both their beauty and their fragrance as they dry
Propagation:Lavender from seed - Daves Garden Since lavender needs a long growing season to produce the flowers, they need to be started now, but also require stratification (cool temps before sowing) Wintersowing is an option, but they probably won't germinate for at least a month
Lavandula Species, Fern Leaf Lavender, Jagged Lavender - Daves Garden The only lavender I've managed to keep alive and thriving Beautiful, prolific bloomer and scent isn't overwhelming Grows well in a pot Read More in N Florida as long as doesn't stay too wet and I cover for temps below 30
Georgia Gardening:Best Lavender for GA? - Daves Garden I grow Provence lavender here, in half day sun, in clay soil I moved here, threw them in the ground, and they are thriving Go figure Lavender stoechas, however, needs full sun in my opinion Gets good drainage, but half day sun and it is pitiful
Plectranthus, Spur Flower Mona Lavender - Daves Garden We've used 'Mona Lavender' as annual bedding plants on several properties here in Z6a, and have been very happy with the results Read More We use regular irrigation and plant them where there's some protection from hot afternoon sun---in full sun, the leaves tend to get a little yellow bleaching discoloration