For a moment close your eyes and picture lavender’s aroma. You are instantly taken, maybe to a sun-drenched field in Provence, a classic English cottage garden, or just to a spot of peace and quiet. Lavender has been among the most beloved plants in the world for millennia thanks in great part to its recognizable scent and clear silhouette. This …
Imagine yourself walking out onto your patio on a sunny summer evening when the most celestial, soothing scent fills the air, instantly sending you to the undulating hills of Provence. Having your own lavender tree flourishing in your surroundings has magical power. Once you know their Mediterranean roots, the care for a lavender tree is shockingly simple; they need plenty …
Lavender vs. Spiders: A Fragrant Deterrent? Spring and summer are seasons when we more readily open our windows, letting in fresh air and… well, sometimes also uninvited eight-legged visitors. Though many of us would prefer to appreciate spiders outside than in our own living room or bedroom, they are quite vital for the environment. How about a natural, beautifully scented …
Lavender is a beautiful plant that can wonderfully decorate your garden. Wondering how to prune lavender? Lavender should be pruned to half the length of the shoots in early spring. We repeat the cutting at least once a year. From the age of 4, make a rejuvenating cut up to 1/3 of the length of the shoots. Pruning and pruning …