Few flowers give such good return as lavender. The edible flowers, which look and smell beautiful in bloom, can be cooked into intriguing desserts and main dishes. The plant itself, be it green or ...

I just bought a lavender plant and I don't know if it is perennial. Can I plant it in the garden? When should it be planted? -- Maria F. A. Lavender (Lavandula) is a wonderful perennial that adds ...

English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a dreamy perennial plant that evokes hazy summer afternoons lounging in a cosy cottage garden. Native to the Mediterranean (not England, as you might ...

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 ...

Plant roses and lavender for luck. As a lover of both roses and lavender, I’ve taken author Alice Hoffman’s admonishment to heart. Each spring I plant lavender bedding plants on the edge of a border ...

I’m always interested in unexpected ideas for cooking with the herbs and flowers in my garden. If you’ve kept up with my column over the years, you’ve seen recipes such as mint pesto, lemon balm ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Lavender is one of the most beloved floral fragrances. Its herbal scent is soothing and fresh, soft and ...

It may be the oldest herb in cultivation, its use chronicled in ancient Egyptian texts. Later it became a staple of ancient Greeks, and then the Romans, who made it their choice for adding to communal ...

Lavender love the summer sun, so when winter approaches they need some extra care. Fortunately, it just takes one simple step ...

A big thank-you to everyone who emailed suggestions for winter column topics. I’m going to selfishly begin with Gwen, who wants to know how to grow lavender. So do I. She says she has a few plants but ...