QUESTION: Why is my lavender turning brown? I planted some and was hoping it would be a big part of my garden, and now it's all dying and I'm distraught. - Tina O JENNIFER POINDEXTER AT GARDENING CHANNEL REPLIES: There are a variety of reasons as to why your lavender is … [Read more...]
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How hard is it to grow lavender?
QUESTION: How hard is it to grow lavender? It's so pretty and I'd like to grow it in my back yard, where I have an area with full sun. - Jessica F ANSWER: It isn’t difficult to grow lavender. This plant has a few basic growing conditions that should be met and minimal care … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lavender Indoors
by Jennifer Poindexter Would you like to grow lavender indoors? It’s a beautiful plant that could add a subtle dose of color around your home. Plants also have a way of making your home feel cleaner and more welcoming. Lavender is a simple house plant as long as you … [Read more...]
How to Plant A Lavender Hedge
 by Matt Gibson Lavender (Lavandula) is a fragrant and beautiful evergreen shrub known for its spires of dark-green to silvery gray foliage, each crowned with light purple flowers. Versatile lavender hedges love containers, sunny border locations, and gravel and herb … [Read more...]
Lavender a source of antimicrobial, insecticidal and antifungal compounds
While lavender has long been known for its strong scent and soothing oils, scientists are now exploring the plant's ability to create natural pesticides. Soheil Mahmoud, an associate professor of biology at UBC's Okanagan campus, conducts research on organic … [Read more...]
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