#fragrant garden

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“Seeing you heals me.” - Rumi

The Healing 17/06/2023 © All Rights Reserved by Jamil Hussain

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The Fragrant Allure of Lavender: A Delight for the Senses

Lavender, with its enchanting aroma and delicate purple blossoms, has captivated hearts and minds for centuries. This beloved herb is more than just a pretty plant – it holds a plethora of uses and benefits that make it a staple in many homes and gardens, including my own.

Known for its calming properties, lavender is used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation and alleviate stress. The mere scent of lavender transports me to a state of tranquility, helping to ease anxiety and induce a restful sleep. Its soothing qualities have made lavender a popular ingredient in essential oils, bath products, and candles. Lavender tea is one of my favorites, and if you're in the market for a really great tea, look no further than Luxmi Lavender Valley Tea.

Beyond its aromatic charm, lavender boasts a myriad of therapeutic properties. It has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to alleviate headaches, ease muscle tension, and even promote digestion. Its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties make it a natural remedy for minor skin irritations, insect bites, and burns.

In the culinary world, lavender adds a touch of elegance and a subtle floral note to various dishes and beverages. From lavender-infused desserts to herbal teas, this versatile herb elevates the culinary experience and delights the palate. I'm a fan of lavender ice cream and the classic cocktail "Aviation," though admittedly it's not for everyone.

Lavender's beauty is not limited to its scent and taste. In gardens, it attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing biodiversity and promoting a healthy ecosystem. Its vibrant purple blooms create a visual feast for the eyes and bring a sense of serenity to outdoor spaces.

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China Rose

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Portland Contemporary Landscape Inspiration for a large contemporary partial sun backyard stone landscaping with a fireplace.

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Growing A Fragrant Year: Violas For March and Part of April

{A Fragrant Year is an ongoing series shared throughout 2024 highlighting twelve fragrant plants, trees, flowers, shrubs and herbs added to the New England garden landscape, month by month, surrounding a house built in 1750. This series was inspired by the 1967 garden book, The Fragrant Year by Helen Van Pelt Wilson and Leonie Bell. If you are new to the blog, catch up with our first introductory…

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Pathway - Traditional Landscape This is an illustration of a medium-sized, conventional, drought-tolerant gravel garden path in the backyard.

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Fireplace in Portland Ideas for a sizable, modern backyard with stone landscaping and a fireplace.

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Contemporary Landscape Portland Picture of a sizable modern backyard with stone landscaping and a fireplace.

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Contemporary Landscape Portland Ideas for a sizable, modern backyard with stone landscaping and a fireplace.

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Pathway - Traditional Landscape This is an illustration of a medium-sized, conventional, drought-tolerant gravel garden path in the backyard.

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Landscape Fireplace in Portland Ideas for a sizable modern backyard with a fireplace and partial sun stone landscaping.

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“I am but a fragrant petal of your rose, You are the majestic rose garden stood in a divine pose.” - Jamil Hussain

Majestic Rose 24/05/2023 © All Rights Reserved by Jamil Hussain

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Landscape Portland Design ideas for a large contemporary partial sun backyard stone landscaping with a fireplace.

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Contemporary Landscape in Portland Inspiration for a large contemporary partial sun backyard stone landscaping with a fireplace.

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Portland Fireplace

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Plant of the Day

Tuesday 16 April 2024

The flower buds of the deciduous shrub Viburnum × burkwoodii 'Mohawk' (arrowwood) are bright pink and open to be fragrant, tubular white flowers. If pollinated the flowers will produce red fruits which ripen to black in autumn.

Jill Raggett