Who Loves Lavender?

[claudine]

Thank you for the information, Gina145! I wish the ice cream absorbed the color of the flowers, it would look so interesting and pretty I don't have an ice cream maker either, but maybe I'll buy it in the future because it must be a lot of fun to make your own cold desserts

 

[elysebpink8686]

Can you tell us how to make your own bath oils with lavender? It sounds so good, I would love to give it a try, there is nothing better than a hot, aromatic bath. This is what I need!

Hey Claudine! My process is fairly simple since its not possible to extract the essential oils from lavender at home. What I do is soak the lavender in a carrier oil, such as olive oil, and from there I strain the oil which then has the aroma of lavender. A good site to explain it better is:

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/lavender-oil-how-to-make-lavender-oil-at-home.html

Let me know if this helps!

 

[claudine]

Thank you! It doesn't sound too complicated, I'll definitely give it a try soon and I'll let you know if I like it. I adore scented baths, there is nothing more relaxing. Is lavender good for the skin? My skin is rather oily.

 

[elysebpink8686]

Thank you! It doesn't sound too complicated, I'll definitely give it a try soon and I'll let you know if I like it. I adore scented baths, there is nothing more relaxing. Is lavender good for the skin? My skin is rather oily.

No problem! Yes it is very relaxing I love it!

When it comes to skin I guess I depends on the individual. I have eczema and really dry skin and I have never ran into any problems with lavender so I do recommend it. But I would say also just be mindful of your skin type and pay attention to how your skin reacts after bathing.

 

[claudine]

I will Now I must get the plant and as soon as I have it, I'll make myself a nice, lavender bath

 

[Dragonfiremule]

I think everyone loves lavender! I sure do. I love making potpourri with lavender, sage, and mint. The combination smells so lovely, and is so relaxing. I also like putting lavender satchets in my bath. I haven't cooked with it yet; honestly I didn't even think about cooking it until I read some of the replies in this thread. Now I'm going to have to try it. Thanks for the idea!

 

[claudine]

I've just found a recipe of lavender cookies, I think that it's a good place to share it with you: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/lavender-cookies
In my opinion lavender cookies sound rather interesting, I wounder if they're tasty. Has any of you tried to bake them?

 

[firelily99]

Lavender in large banks is absolutely spectacular. Not only is it beautiful but its durable too, remarkably unfussy.
I wish I had more space to plant a large area but I am limited and unwilling to take garden space away from the other things that I love to grow.

 

[scotkat]

Yes lavender is stunning when in large banks.

They also look good in pots or window boxes.

 

[ChanellG]

One of my lavender plants set buds and started blooming a week ago. It was such a surprise to see the first buds, and a true delight to see the blooms once they opened. I started several seeds last year in late summer and only three of the plants survived. They all need more growing space now and I have to come up with a protection plan to save them over the winter.

 

[justusforus]

I love lavender mostly because of its color...it's more than gorgeous, sometimes I dream about turning my garden into a lavender field . It would be heavenly:

I'm not a big fan of the scent though. I'd much rather look at lavender than smell it or eat it.

Those are the most beautiful photos. There is nothing like that color. I have had jacaranda trees of that color, but yes it would be great to have a field of lavendar. I would put up with any critters to see and smell such a beautiful array like that.

 

[Pat]

I love the aroma of lavender, it is so relaxing. Purple is my favorite color also. I have not tried to grow the plants yet, just enjoy them when I see them.

 

[claudine]

Those are the most beautiful photos. There is nothing like that color. I have had jacaranda trees of that color, but yes it would be great to have a field of lavendar. I would put up with any critters to see and smell such a beautiful array like that.

Oh, I dream of Jacaranda trees! If they grew in my climate zone, I would plant at least ten of them in my garden Of course lavender fields are gorgeous too, but I prefer Jacarandas.

 

[SolarCell]

I have always loved the smell of Lavender. It is soothing and relaxing. I have a 6 month old baby and he has always loved the smell too. It puts him to sleep.

 

[firelily99]

I love lavender at can get it to grow well for a year or two but then I have to replace plants. Very puzzling.