John M

To help lavender thrive, you need to give it the same conditions it enjoys in its native Mediterranean home: full sun, gritty soil, and sharp drainage.   Lavender is a tough, drought-tolerant herb, but it sulks fast when its roots stay wet or when it’s smothered by rich, heavy soil.   If you’ve been asking … Read more

You can infuse lavender in water by steeping dried or fresh lavender buds in hot water, or by cold-infusing them in room-temperature water for a gentler flavor.   It’s a simple process that anyone can do at home with just a few basic supplies.   Whether you’re looking to make a calming bedtime drink, a … Read more

To increase lavender blooms, you need to give your plant the right growing conditions, consistent care, and a little patience.   Lavender isn’t a fussy plant, but it does have specific needs, and when those needs are met, it rewards you with an abundance of fragrant flowers.   If you’ve been wondering how to increase … Read more

To help lavender bloom, you need to give it the right growing conditions, because lavender isn’t a fussy plant, but it does have a few non-negotiables.   If your lavender is refusing to flower, it’s usually because of too much shade, too much water, or too much nitrogen.   The good news is that once … Read more

You can harvest Spanish lavender seeds by letting the flower spikes dry on the plant and then collecting the tiny seeds from the dried calyces.   It’s a simple process, but timing matters more than most people realize.   If you pick too early, the seeds won’t be viable, and if you wait too long, … Read more

You can harvest lavender seeds by letting the flower spikes dry on the plant until they turn brown and the tiny seeds inside the calyxes are fully mature.   If you’ve ever wondered how to harvest lavender seeds without losing half of them to the wind, you’re in the right place.   The good news … Read more