Lavender

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A comprehensive guide to the varieties of lavender. Includes a collection of lavender wisdom and a treasure trove of original recipes and craft ideas.

With their heady perfume and stunning visual appeal, lavenders have been prized by gardeners since ancient times. Lavender is a truly comprehensive study that enables the reader to research and identify more than 200 lavender species and varieties. With chapters on cultivation, propagation, pests and diseases, and botanical history, this book is as practical as it is authoritative. More than 200 photos document recent advances in color variation that have resulted from intense breeding; plants now available range from deep purple and lilac to white, cream, pink, and red-violet. With so many hardy and dependable plants to choose from, no lavender enthusiast will want to be without this indispensable book.

Unlock the power of one of nature's most beneficial herbs--and explore the many modern applications of lavender. Learn to make nourishing, all-natural, and affordable remedies for mind and body, as well as home cleaning products. Plus, discover lavender as a culinary ingredient and whip up delcious cocktails and more! Here, you'll find simple herbal remedies, tips, and projects for inspiration, relaxation and well-being, as well as info for growing and cultivating your own lavendar plants. Harness the natural power of lavender with recipes for: • Lavender Matcha Latte • Yoga Mat Freshening Mist • Dried Lavender Fire-Starter • Lavender Frosé • Day's End Tea • Blue Day Lavender Roll-Away • Nourishing Lavender Makeup Remover • Lavender and Rose Fizzy Bath Salts • Sweet Dreams Diffuser Oil • Soothing Eye Pillow The book covers gardening (favorite varieties and pollinators); preserving (harvesting, drying, and extracting culinary oil); body care (essential oils, aromatherapy, oral remedies); the mind (stress relief and sleep); skin care (including allergens); cleaning (antiseptic and antifungal properties); food (pantry essentials); and projects (including gifts).

New full-color photos. Growing and using in the garden. Instructions for a variety of crafts and potpourris plus recipes for entrees, sides, and pastries.

French chefs have used lavender for centuries to add a sweet, floral flavor to their cuisine. Thankfully, this tasty herb has found its way into American kitchens, as well. Inside you'll find more than 56 recipes for using dried lavender in main dishes, salads, breads, soups, beverages, desserts and more, including: Relaxing Lavender Tea, Lavender Corn Chowder, Lavender Melon Salad, Chicken & Lavender Pizza and Lemon & Lavender Pound Cake. Tickle your taste buds with lavender!