One Simple Step for Lavender—And Blooms Across the Garden: What to Do with the Plant in August 2025 (A Key Tip)

Lavender can bloom long and beautifully, but there’s one simple action you should take—and keep doing every year—to make that happen. What is it? Lavender is an extremely popular choice among gardeners. In summer it adorns the garden, and in winter it still looks attractive as a dried flower. It’s also commonly used for soothing baths and herbal teas. Typically, it blooms from early summer to mid-autumn, though this depends on the variety you plant and your local weather. If you want to extend the flowering period as much as possible, we recommend pruning the shoots—also known as deadheading and...