Lavender, a plant that is simply beautiful
Lavender is one of the most popular herbs in the world for very good reason. Not only does it have an extremely soothing & pleasant smell, lavender also has a ton of health benefits. It's aroma helps to ease stress, relax the body, & has been known to aid in a deeper & more restful sleep. On top of that, it makes a great garnish on many food items.
Basics
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This plant will thrive in a location that gets a lot of sunshine and a little bit of shade each day.
Spring,Summer
Year Round
Well draining soil
Green
How to plant & care for Lavender
Location is very important
You must ensure that your plants receive plenty of light herbs require atleast six hours of sunlight per day.
Spring Pruning
Prune and dean up dead stems of last year's growth. Inspring, prune them back by one-third or to within 4 inches of the ground before new growth begins. This encourages a bushy, more compact form.
Fertilize
Herbs that receive high levels of nutrients. particularly nitrogen,produce inferiorgrowth with little flavor or fragrance. For that reason, avoid overfertilizin your herbs.
