DSOUZA Angela by Angela D https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender Lavender en-us 2018-05-03 01:25:59 UTC 2018-05-24 06:14:49 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Removelove.png Lavender ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258199000 By Angela D'Souza]]> 2018-05-05 07:36:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258199000 Why is Lavender Purple? ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258199281 The colour of the lavender flower. While purple is the colour of royalty and pink is the colour of youth, it represents refinement, grace, and elegance. Lavender holds a sacred place in nature, and with its violet flowers is often considered the most delicate and precious.]]> 2018-05-05 07:42:45 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258199281 Characteristics ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258199937 One of the most distinguishing characteristics of lavender is its fragrance. While the most commonly sold and planted varieties have pleasing aromas, some are particularly strong, whereas some species of lavender have strong fragrances that aren't pleasing.]]> 2018-05-05 07:55:48 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258199937 Flavour Description ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258200106 Lavender is a versatile herb that you can use in both sweet and savory dishes. Along with being floral and sweet, lavender is a flavour that is often described with terms like 'herbal' and 'earthy'. When it comes to savory preparations, lavender is a herb that brings out flavour.

]]> 2018-05-05 07:59:12 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258200106 Common Culinary ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258272268 Lavender is a member of the mint family and is close to rosemary, sage and thyme. It is best used with fennel, oregano, rosemary, thyme, sage and savory. English Lavender has the sweetest fragrance of all the lavenders and is the one most commonly used in cooking.]]> 2018-05-06 06:30:36 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/258272268 Health Benefits ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/263203185 Health Benefits
  • Reduce anxiety and emotional stress
  • Protect against diabetes symptoms
  • Improve brain function
  • Help to heal burns and wounds
  • Improve sleep
  • Restore skin complexion and reduce acne
  • Slow aging with powerful antioxidants
  • Relieve pain
  • Alleviate headaches
]]> 2018-05-24 01:13:54 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/263203185 Growth Tips ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/263203360 1.     Growth Tips

2.     Give the plants 6 hours or more of full sun each day.

3.     Apply very little water.

4.     Grow in well-drained areas or raised beds.

5.     If your soil is sandy, mix in some gravel to improve drainage.

6.     Make sure you have good air flow around the plants if you have high humidity.

]]> 2018-05-24 01:15:26 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/263203360 Medicinal Uses ange_x3479 https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/263203805 Lavender oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to heal minor burns and bug bites. Research suggests that it may be useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, depression and restlessness. Many of these medicinal uses include anti-fungal, antidepressant, antibacterial, antimicrobial, antispasmodic and analgesic treatments.]]> 2018-05-24 01:18:37 UTC https://padlet.com/ange_x3479/lavender/wish/263203805