The Gathering Garden Magazine
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The Five-by-Three-Foot Garden: A Renter's Guide to Balcony and Patio Living
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You don't need a yard to have an outdoor life. A practical guide to building a real balcony or patio garden in rented space, and why lavender is the plant that does the most work.
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The Gift for the Person Who Says They Don't Need Anything: A Lavender Self-Care Box
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For the person on your list who insists they don't want anything: a small, useable, lavender-scented gift bundle that solves the problem better than one more candle.
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How to Dry Fresh Lavender at Home: A Step-by-Step Harvest Guide
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A step-by-step guide to drying fresh lavender at home, from harvest timing to bundling, plus how to try lavender wands while the stems are still fresh. -
How Seasonal Preorder Bouquets Work (and Why They're Worth the Wait)
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A behind-the-scenes look at how seasonal preorder dried bouquets work, why they're made ahead of harvest, and what to expect when you order one. -
Cooking and Baking with Dried French Lavender: A Kitchen Guide
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How to cook and bake with dried French lavender, including how much to use, how to avoid a soapy flavor, and three easy ways to bring it into your kitchen. -
The History of Wreaths
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The History of Wreaths By Samantha Azzarelli Quick answer: Wreaths originated in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, where they we... -
The Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil
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Quick answer: Lavender essential oil is best known for promoting relaxation and better sleep, but it also offers pain relief, skin-soothing, respir... -
The Benefits of Having Lavender in your Home
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Quick answer: Lavender in the home promotes better sleep, reduces stress and anxiety, boosts mood, repels insects naturally, and can help relieve h... -
A Natural and beautiful Alternative to the rice toss at your Wedding
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Quick answer: The most popular eco-friendly alternatives to a rice toss are dried wedding flower confetti, loose dried lavender buds, and biodegrad...
