Aromatic HerbsIntermediate
Lavender
Lavandula angustifolia
Scientific Name
Lavandula angustifolia
Family
Lamiaceae
Origin
Mediterranean region
Type
Perennial subshrub
90-200 days from seed
Culinary Uses
Flavor: Floral, slightly sweet, herbaceous
- Herbes de Provence
- Lavender honey
- Baked goods and desserts
- Flavored sugar
- Cocktails and teas
Planting Calendar
Sow Indoors
JanuaryFebruary
Sow Outdoors
Not recommended
Harvest
JuneJulyAugust
Health Benefits
- Calming and anxiety-reducing
- Natural sleep aid
- Antiseptic properties
- May relieve headaches
- Skin-soothing