Lavender

Lavender basics Both the flowers and leaves can be eaten and have a pleasant yet slightly bitter flavor. Are lavender leaves poisonous? Lavender plants are… Read More »Are Lavender Leaves Edible?

You can dry either the flowers, or the leaves and sprigs. Make sure you cut the lavender buds from the plant before the flowers open.… Read More »Do You Dry Lavender Leaves Or Flowers?

Too Little Humidity – If the air is too dry, it can cause the leaves on your lavender plant to turn brown and crispy. The… Read More »Does Dried Lavender Turn Brown?

Bundle your Lavender bunch with a rubber band toward the bottom of your bouquet. Hang your harvested Lavender upside down in a warm, dark, dry… Read More »How Do You Preserve Fresh Cut Lavender?

You can dry full lavender stems or just the buds this way. Where do you cut lavender to dry? Drying Lavender Flowers You can either… Read More »What Part Of Lavender Do You Dry?

Most lavender will keep a very strong fragrance for an entire season when dried, but when you store and care for it correctly you can… Read More »How Long Does Dried Lavender Last When Cut?

Change the water every day, and keep your flowers out of direct sunlight to help them last longer. Another option involves bundling the lavender in… Read More »How Do You Make Lavender Flowers Last Longer?

The lavender leaves are not used for brewing tea, so only keep the flower buds. You’ll need about two teaspoons of lavender buds for every… Read More »Can You Use Fresh Lavender Leaves For Tea?

Dried Lavender should not be added to a vase with water or sprayed with water as it will ruin it’s structure and color. Fresh flowers… Read More »Can You Put Dried Lavender In Vase With Water?

Best Time to Take Lavender Cuttings As mentioned, the best time to take your cuttings or cuttings is between June and September. However, if you… Read More »What Month Do You Take Lavender Cuttings?