How Do I Dry Lavender?

The origins of the word lavender can be traced to the Greek word for wash ~ lavare. Lavender has been witness to all the upheavals of the Roman and Greek empires because it was used as an odor-buster in those lavish castles and baths.

Cut some lavender and bundle them together, not bigger than something that would not fit in your clenched fist. Bind them together using a rubber band and hang them upside down in a cool place that is not directly hit by sunlight. As the lavender dries it will shrink and the elasticity of the rubber band will adjust accordingly.

This will help to dry the lavender stems and bring out its inherent fragrances. The bundle should not come in contact with the wall or floor; prolonged contact will damage the lavender. After 7 to 10 days it will be dry enough to use in your bath or any other part of the house.

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