- Hardcover: 119 pages
- Publisher: Chronicle Books (1 Mar 1998)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0811815706
- ISBN-13: 978-0811815703
- Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 18 x 2.2 cm
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 743,641 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Lavender has been cultivated from the beginn ing of recorded civilisation, and there is a variety to suit almost any setting, indoor and out. Kourik profiles more th an 25 of his favourites, showing how to select, cultivate an d maintain them. '
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Lavender belongs to the large plant family of mints, a botanical grouping distinguished by square stems and, in many cases, remarkable fragrances. Read the first page
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40 of 41 people found the following review helpful
Lavender 101
12 July 2000
Format:Hardcover
Lavender is a mysteriously elusive plant that encompasses many different facets of enjoyment. Botanists talk of color and leaf shape and ignore fragrance. Perfumists sniff the air for the sweetest smell. Landscapers push for the toughest or the smallest or the largest. And, gardeners want them all. The Lavender Garden sorts through some of the most asked questions and makes the task of choice a bit easier. Brief sections on choosing the right lavender, planting the lavender, pruning the lavenders, and using the lavenders provide just the right amount of information for the novice grower. Particularly useful are the tips garnered from folks who work with the plants. The craft and recipe section is enjoyable and answers those pesky questions, like when to cut and how to dry and what is a lavender wand. There are few points we couldn't embrace, like putting sand or gravel in the soil and using chemical fertilizer. But, overall the information is helpful in choosing the right plants for the right place and use. It is Lavender 101 and a great starting point for those just discovering lavender.
34 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Tons of information and fascinating facts
5 Aug 2000
Format:Hardcover
I purchased this book to determine which variety of lavender would be best for a new garden I was planning. Not only did it address my technical questions regarding each of the varieties, but it also unfolded this plant's fascinating history, diverse uses (including old European recipes for lavender flavored foods) and a has directory of lavender farms. Learning about the many varieties of lavender and their growing requirements is just the beginning of what this terrific book will reveal to you.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
One of the BEST books on the subject
15 Feb 2006
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Grew up with vast fields of French lavender as a child and lavender is a daily part of my life still. Love this book because it gives so much useful information on soil requirements, watering and best type of lavender to grow where you live. There is also a great recipe section in the back part of the book with the Buttermilk Lavender Bread and Lavender Lemon Shortbread (which is a cookie) being two recipes that even the most manly of men would even enjoy. Beginning on page 112 the author has given a Farms and Garden listing for throughout the states Canada that carry lavender items. On page 116 the author provides a good map of the United States and the different growing zones for those interested in growing lavender. Will also note the book is beautiful and one that I love to simply pick up and re-read often.
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