Lavender for many centuries has been used for medicine, cosmetics, cooking, and decoration. In medieval times it was used to scent handkerchiefs, which helped ward off the noxious smells of the streets. Early Romans used lavender to scent public baths. It also represented purity, cleanliness and virtue. In England it is a favourite cottage garden plant whose flowers can be harvested for making lavender water and sachets and for strewing between linen. Applications: the essential oil can be used for headaches, migraine, cold sores, inflammation and fever. The aromatherapy oil can be used to promote relaxation. Its tranquil properties make it an excellent mild sedative and painkiller. It is good also for treating insect bites and small burns. Lavender can be used for perfume and delicate flavourings in cooking and drinks. Lavender tea made from the flowers, helps with nausea and fainting Bath: a lavender bath is soothing and relaxing, and is a natural disinfectant Lavender Lavandula augustifolia.

Each SeedPotT Greetings Card has a transparent resealable pot which keeps your seeds in the best possible condition. They contain seeds which transform into the flower on the front of the card. Follow the sowing instructions carefully and watch them grow over time into a unique and colourful expression of natural beauty.