Lavender is a bushy perennial herb that fills the garden with a heady fragrance. While this herb is relatively low-maintenance, it needs to be pruned during the growing season to stay prolific. Not ...

Light fall pruning keeps lavender neat, healthy, and less prone to winter injury. Never cut more than one-third of new growth or prune too late in fall. Avoid cutting woody stems since lavender won’t ...

A group of lavender plants bloom at the corner of a garden. - Katya Slavashevich/Getty Images Lavender is a wonderful plant to have in any garden. In addition to its beautiful purple hue and delicate ...

Lavender remains a garden staple thanks to its beautiful blooms and calming scent, and it's surprisingly easy to care for as long as you prune it at the right time. Cutting back lavender in early ...

If winter has you worried about your lavender (Lavandula spp.), a smart fall trim is your best defense. Cold winds and heavy snow can snap or bend stems in no time, but shaping the shrub now makes a ...

Fall is here and we’re still gardening. You may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very helpful. Q: I’m ...

If I were given the choice between venturing out into my yard in winter with my pruners or setting aside some time to tackle the task in late summer to fall, the latter would win by a landslide. Not ...

With the right attention, a lavender plant can grace your garden with its enchanting fragrance and beautiful blooms for up to 15 years. Not only are these charming flowers abundant in nectar, ...