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Lavender Around the House |
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Queen
Elizabeth insisted that her gardeners have fresh lavender
flowers available every day of the year, which wasn't easy
considering England's climate.
The Victorians used lavender in gardens for low hedges. Today many people enjoy lavender in bloom as "border edging". Lavender, an excellent companion plant for almost anything from roses to cabbage, is one of the aromatic herbs that deer avoid, making it a great choice in your Hosta or daylily beds.Since ancient times, the Roman's used lavender oils for scenting the air, and for storing with clothes and linens. It's fresh scent for drawers and closets is still as popular today. Victorians washed floors and linens with lavender water and used Lavender Wax (furniture polish). It is still popular today in furniture oil, room freshener, candles and as a lovely addition to fresh bouquets. Aphrodisiac Around the house Pests Headaches Pillows made from lavender This is not a complete list. I have much more...from how to grow it to lots and lots of lavender recipes. Give me a couple of years and I will get it on here....or e-mail me at gonefishing5@hotmail.com and I will be glad to give you more info. |
