English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) varieties, such as Munstead and Hidcote, thrive in zones 5–9, making them a good choice for most regions in the US. Spanish (L. stoechas) and French (L.

Lavender ticks all the boxes: it has colour, scent and is bee-friendly. Discover our best lavender varieties and tips for how ...

Suitable pot-based lavender options for enticing bees and butterflies your way include ‘Dwarf Munstead’, ‘Compacta’, ‘Nana Alba’, ‘Little Lady’, ‘Wee One’ and ‘Thumbelina ...

The field of aromatherapy holds lavender essential oil in high regard due to its calming and tranquilizing influence on the mind and body. Steam distillation, a process used to extract the oil ...

My creative edge is in full swing now that the month of January is nearly over. To me the cold is not a hindrance as much as ...