Lavender is a beautiful addition to any outdoor space, but novice gardeners may not know where to begin when it comes to planting and keeping such plants alive. The plant itself is not demanding ...

and you want that bud to be intact," he says. "You want to have that flavor and potency [and] as much of the natural oils retained as possible." Using your lavender to make essential oils or ...

Homemade lavender syrup is the perfect subtle addition to lemonades, coffees, cocktails, and baked goods. Lavender's natural herbal flavor and aromatics are brought out by the sugar's sweetness ...

You can buy dried, edible lavender from baking suppliers and some supermarkets. Alternatively, if you have lavender growing in your garden, you can use fresh buds and leaves, finely chopped.