Lavender Plant - Lavender Castilliano Violet

A compact yet bushy variety of lavender that has an amazing blue-violet full flower with strong scent and evergreen foliage.

Also known as French Lavender, Spanish Lavender

Recognised to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.

• Hardy perennial.
• Flowers June to October.
• Reaches a height of 12" (30 cm) high.
• Likes full sun and free-draining soil.
• Drought tolerant.
• Will grow happily in a container in a sunny spot.
• Good cut or dried flower.
• Attractive to bees and butterflies.

• Culinary uses
• Dried lavender flowers can be used in salads and dressings.
• Dried flowers can be used in shortbread.
• Nectar makes high-quality honey.
• Lavender flowers go well with chocolate.
• Flowers sometimes blended with black, green or herbal teas.

• Medicinal Uses
• Can soothe headaches.
• Can calm nerves and act as a relaxant. Can also relieve depression.
• Eases flatulence, fainting, dizziness or halitosis.
• Lavender oil has antiseptic and antiflammatory properties.
• Has antifungal properties.
• Can be used as a decongestant.
• Is a mild sedative and pain killer.
• Can ease insect bites and stings.
• Can minimise scarring and help heal wounds.
• Is great for tired or tense muscles, sprains or rheumatism.

• Other Uses
• Dried flower arrangements.
• As an ingredient in pot-pourri.
• Lavender sachets.
• Wedding confetti.

Disclaimer
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