LAVENDER

Lavandula angustifolia Perennial Hardy. Can be raised indoors in colder climates. Early flowers contain the most oils. Only one teaspoon of flowers to one pint of water is used as a mild sedative tea or poultice. When dried and placed in closets and drawers with clothes, it will deter moths and lend its wonderful fragrance to the clothes. When planted in the garden, it will deter pests. Usually flowers in its second year. Zones 5-8. 40 seeds