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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Pruning Lavender for Healthier Blooms

Pruning Lavender for Healthier Blooms Pruning is the secret to lavender that stays lush, compact, and spectacularly flower-packed year after year. Too little pruning—and your plant turns woody, sparse, and…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Propagating Lavender by Cuttings: Free Plants in 4 Weeks

Propagating Lavender by Cuttings: Free Plants in 4 Weeks Lavender is one of the simplest—and most satisfying—plants to propagate from cuttings. Skip the seed struggles and multiply your favorite varieties…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Best Lavender for Pots, Patios, and Small Spaces

Best Lavender for Pots, Patios, and Small Spaces Love the look and fragrance of lavender but only have a small garden, balcony, or sunny doorstep? Great news: certain lavender varieties…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

How to Grow Lavender from Seed: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Grow Lavender from Seed: A Step-by-Step Guide Growing lavender from seed is a deeply rewarding (and surprisingly easy) way to fill your garden or containers with fragrant, bee-friendly…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Winter-Hardy Lavender: The Top Cultivars for Cold Climates

Winter-Hardy Lavender: The Top Cultivars for Cold Climates Think lavender only thrives in Mediterranean heat? Think again! With the right varieties and planting technique, you can enjoy lavender’s colors and…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

How to Plant a Lavender Hedge for Fragrance and Borders

How to Plant a Lavender Hedge for Fragrance and Borders A lavender hedge is much more than just a row of plants—it’s a living ribbon of scent, color, and pollinator…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Bath Bombs, Salts & Soaps: Spa at Home with Lavender

Bath Bombs, Salts & Soaps: Spa at Home with Lavender Bring the calming, luxurious essence of lavender right into your bathroom! Making your own lavender bath bombs, salts, and soaps…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Mixing Potpourri, Drawer Liners, and Fragrance Bags

Mixing Potpourri, Drawer Liners, and Fragrance Bags Lavender’s classic scent is the heart of timeless potpourri, homemade drawer liners, and “sachet” fragrance bags. With a few handfuls of dried flowers,…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Cooking with Lavender: Sweet and Savory Recipes

Cooking with Lavender: Sweet and Savory Recipes Lavender isn’t just for sachets or flower beds—it’s a bold, aromatic herb that can add surprising flavor (and beauty) to your favorite dishes.…[...]

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BY Gardening With Ben August 18, 2025

Lavender Shortbread, Scones, and Cakes

Lavender Shortbread, Scones, and Cakes Lavender’s floral sweetness and fragrance bring a gourmet twist to classic baked goods. With its subtle flavor (when used in moderation), you can transform teatime…[...]

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