Lavender is not just a fragrant and beautiful plant, but it also has a myriad of uses and benefits. If you’re looking to tap into the mind and experience of a lavender farmer, you’ve come to the right place! Our guides are here to provide you with expert tips on using lavender for aromatherapy applications, how to properly infuse culinary lavender into baking as well as valuable insights on growing and caring for your own lavender at home.

Whether you’re interested in the therapeutic properties of lavender, cooking with lavender or simply want to add a touch of this versatile herb to your garden, our lovingly curated resources are designed to help you make the most out of this incredible plant. Come back often for more information on how lavender will enhance your life!

If you would like to see us touch on a lavender topic we have not covered, we welcome your suggestions!

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Hidcote Blue Lavender: Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote Blue’

About Hidcote Blue Hidcote Blue English Lavender, or Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote Blue’, introduced in the early 1900s and named after the cultivator Major Lawrence Johnston’s...
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Is My Lavender Plant Dead or Dormant?

Determining whether your lavender plant is dormant or dead can be a challenging task, especially during the winter months. The cold weather can cause lavender...
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Lavender vs Lavandin

Lavender vs Lavandin (Culinary Edition)

Compare and Contrast Lavender vs Lavandin in Culinary Arts When it comes to the world of fragrant edible flowers, lavender and lavandin are often compared...
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Learn About Munstead Lavender

Munstead Lavender: Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’

About Munstead Munstead English Lavender, or Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’, introduced in the early 1900s and named after the picturesque “Munstead Woods” in England, is renowned...
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Tips for growing lavender in michigan

How to Sucessfully Grow Lavender in Michigan (Comprehensive Guide)

As a licensed “Small Scale Nursery Grower” in Michigan that specializes only in Lavender plant offerings, we often get told “I always kill lavender plants”...
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lavender sprigs for cooking and baking

Explore Lavender Culinary History

Delve into the rich and fascinating culinary history of lavender, a versatile herb that has been cherished for centuries. From ancient civilizations to modern kitchens...
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grow lavender without a greenhouse

How We Grow 6000 Lavender Plants a Year Without a Greenhouse

Growing lavender by seed hydroponically is a new approach that holds great promise for aspiring lavender growers. While this method may not have been widely...
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Lavender Topiary Plant

My Lavender Topiary Plant is Dying!

So you went to the big box store and couldn’t resist bringing home that charming lavender topiary tree. It’s no surprise – lavender topiary miniature...
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Twin Flame Lavender Farm in Bloom

Michigan Lavender Farms are Trendy!

Surprisingly, Michigan has emerged as one of the top environments for growing lavender, thanks to its moderate climate, sandy soils, and ample snowfall that provides...
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6 Soil Amendments to Make Clay Soil Lavender Friendly

Amending clay soil to grow lavender successfully requires a strategic approach to ensure proper drainage and nutrient availability for the plant. When establish, lavender is...
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Learn About Grosso Lavandin

Grosso Lavandin: Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso’

About Grosso Grosso Lavandin, or Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso’, was discovered in France in 1972 by a lavender grower named Pierre Grosso and named after...
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Lavender Baby Wee One Lavender

14 Varieties of Lavender & Lavandin Grown on Our Farm (2024)

OOF! This one is hard to finish. I started this post before we had a winter storm. We were plagued with 40 hours of power...
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