Herbs

Lavender is one of the most rewarding plants to grow in the garden. Its fragrant flowers attract pollinators, make beautiful cut flowers, and can be harvested for a variety of homemade projects. But if your lavender plant is healthy and green yet refuses to bloom, it can be frustrating. The good news is that lavender…

Lavender is one of the most beautiful and fragrant cottage garden flowers you can grow. Regular pruning helps keep lavender plants compact, encourages more blooms, and prevents them from becoming woody and overgrown. Many gardeners are afraid to prune lavender because they’re worried about damaging the plant. Fortunately, pruning lavender is simple once you understand…

Lavender is one of the most beloved cottage garden flowers thanks to its fragrant blooms, drought tolerance, and ability to attract bees and butterflies. But if your lavender is turning yellow, developing brown stems, dying from the center, or simply doesn’t look healthy anymore, you’re not alone. The good news is that most lavender problems…

Lavender is one of the most popular cottage garden flowers, loved for its fragrant blooms, drought tolerance, and ability to attract bees and butterflies. However, not every plant enjoys the same growing conditions as lavender. Because lavender thrives in dry, well-drained soil and full sun, planting it next to moisture-loving plants can create problems for…

Lavender is one of the most beloved plants for cottage gardens—and for good reason. With its fragrant blooms, soft purple color, silvery foliage, and timeless charm, lavender adds beauty, structure, and pollinator-friendly appeal to any flower bed. Whether you dream of an English-style border, a romantic pathway garden, or a sunny herb-filled landscape, lavender plants…