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Beginner's Guide to Growing Lavender in Containers

Beginner's Guide to Growing Lavender in Containers

October 08, 2026 Growing Tips

Pot size, free-draining soil, full sun and a dry winter are all lavender really asks for. Here's how to get each one right on...

10 Lavender Growing Mistakes That Cause Leggy, Sparse Plants

10 Lavender Growing Mistakes That Cause Leggy, Sparse Plants

October 06, 2026 Growing Tips

Rich soil, shade, overwatering and late pruning turn lavender into a tangle of bare stems. Here are ten common mistakes, why...

English vs. French Lavender: Which Should You Grow?

English vs. French Lavender: Which Should You Grow?

October 06, 2026 Growing Tips

English lavender is the cold-hardy, sweet-scented kitchen herb; French lavender is the tender, long-blooming show-off. Here is...

How to Plant Lavender in Poor, Sandy Soil: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Plant Lavender in Poor, Sandy Soil: A Step-by-Step Guide

October 01, 2026 Growing Tips

A practical guide to planting lavender in sandy, gritty ground — choosing the right spot, improving drainage, spacing for...