From oils and perfumes to delicate dessert flavoring, lavender holds a special place in the hearts (and noses) of many. Its recognizable scent is a staple in bath products, relaxing teas and home ...

Lavender is one of the best-known perennial plants—if not by sight, then by smell. It’s hard to argue with the beauty of its fragrance, silver-gray foliage and spiky flowers—which, as you might ...

Person holding a large bouquet of lavender flowers. - Ekaterina Savyolova/Getty Images Lavender (Lavendula spp.), a remarkably versatile plant, is used in the kitchen, as an ingredient in essential ...

Lavender is a wonderful plant that's beloved not just for its violet flowers but also for its soft, soothing scent. Many will grow this perennial in the garden, where it will typically bloom in the ...

After yesterday's article ran, I received some emails from people asking for details about growing their English lavender. Many of the particulars about growing your plant, such as bloom time, will ...