Lavender
The workhorse of herbs. A drought resistant flowering
species. A herbaceous perennial from the mint family. A shrub like bushy beauty.
The flowers borne in whorls held in spikes rising above the foliage .Flowers are blue violet like lilacs a woody plant. Planted in gardens world wide.
Lavender flourishes best in dry well drained sandy gravelly soils in
full sun. They like little to no fertilizer.
Lavender is effective at reducing irritability and anxiety, promoting
relaxation, a sense of calm and sleep. It is also a powerful
anti-bacterial agent, and can work to balance hormones and
stimulate the immune system.
All of that from one little herb. Lavender also makes a soothing
nighttime tea.
