One of the most recognizable garden plants, lavender can greatly enhance the pleasure your backyard brings, but do you know about their different varieties? All lavender varieties are neat-growing, ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — When deciding which type of lavender to add to your garden, the choice will likely be between three main types commonly found at garden centers. All have flowers that are ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Lavender has been cultivated for centuries as a practical and pretty herb that’s used for everything from ...

Lavender is a bushy perennial herb that fills the garden with a heady fragrance. While this herb is relatively low-maintenance, it needs to be pruned during the growing season to stay prolific. Not ...

I want to have a lavender bed in our yard. The spot I'm thinking about is in front of a deck on the south side of our house. Will lavender tolerate the direct sun and heat in the summer? It gets great ...

Light is the most vital factor when choosing a location to grow lavender in pots. Lavender needs at least six to eight hours ...

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 ...

Q. I would like to grow some lavender for making lavender wands. Can you tell me the best type to grow? A. To make lavender wands you want to use an English lavender: Lavandula spp. Even better are ...

Searching for an adventure that’s fun and soothing to your senses? Look no further than a trip to a Texas lavender farm. As Texas agritourism continues to soar with many varieties of lavender, ...

It can be a stressful, uptight world out there. So Ramona residents Gil and Nancy Riegler created a place where people can relax and let go. Best known as the owners of Oasis Camel Dairy, the couple ...

Inside Look is a Modesto Bee series where we take readers behind the scenes at restaurants, new businesses, local landmarks and news stories. When members of the Crooker family decided to convert ...