How Do You Prune And Harvest Lavender?
• Learn to prune lavender the correct way. Cut back the green growth to within a few inches of the woody growth. Remove all the dead leaf matter, along with any stringy twigs and any other plant clutter. Wait for the new growth to appear. Do not overwater. Lavender should be grown in direct sunlight. • Cut the lavender stems that have flowers. Do this early in the morning, after the dew has dried but before the heat of the sun draws out too much of the essential oils (you will want those intact to evoke the scent in your home). • Dry the lavender in bunches or on screens. Dry and store in a cool, dark place. Some varieties are best for stems and others for flower buds.
