Lavender

Lavender

FULL SUN
FULL SUN
DRY SOIL
DRY SOIL
EDIBLE
EDIBLE
SUMMER
SUMMER
NameLavandula
Common nameLavender
LocationDry, warm regions of Mediterranean
FlowerBlue, violet or lilac flowers contained in whorls above the foliage
LeafSimple narrow leaves often covered in fine hairs
ScentYes

Practical use

Honey
Honey
Tea
Tea
Soap
Soap

DIY: Lavander syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 4 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds

Combine water, sugar and lavender in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer until sugar is fully dissolved.

Cover and remove from heat, allow to steep for at least 20 minutes.

Strain the lavender and pour into clean glass jar. Serve as desired.

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