Lavender herb

Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula officinalis. Other Common Names: Common, English, French, garden, spike, sweet and true lavender. Habitat: Lavender is a hardy perennial that is native to the mountainous zones of Mediterranean countries. It grows in sunny, dry, well-drained habitats and thrives in sandy or stony soil types. This medicinal and culinary herb is seen throughout southern Europe, Australia, and North America and is a common garden addition due its lovely color…

In the Western world, Lavandula angustifolia is one of those adored household-name herbs. We need not look farther than the local grocery store to find the familiarly intoxicating scent in nearly everything, from laundry detergent to body lotion. Many know that Lavender has relaxing qualities, but this herb offers us much varied, expansive medicine. Etymology

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A collection of information on various magical & medicinal herbs based on my personal Book of Shadows. Each entry includes original artwork, folklore, a small growing guide, spell suggestions & recipes. Included are mint, lavender, basil, mugwort, chamomile, garlic, rosemary, sage, sunflower, yarrow, and more! Visit themoonmanual.com to order my new book, the Moon Manual!

Love lavender but lack outdoor space?

Lavender is one of the most versatile essential oils, and throughout history it was used in the kitchen for cooking, as an antiseptic and antibacterial aid, and recently research has focused on its use as a relaxing aid during heart surgery.

Get expert advice for planting and growing lavender, from prepping soil to pruning. Plus, learn about the different types—like English, French and Spanish lavender—and how to harvest and use lavender flowers.

Did you know that you can use lavender leaves as well as those pretty buds? Here's what to know about the best uses for lavender leaves. #lavenderuses