{"product_id":"lavandula-angustifolia-hidcote-bien-etre","title":"English Lavender (Wellness)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ma-be\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-be__intro\"\u003eAlso called \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish lavender\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e, or true lavender, is an aromatic plant known for its floral scent and its traditionally soothing and relaxing properties. It is especially valued to promote relaxation, support sleep and help relieve mild digestive discomfort. Its fragrant flowers can be used in teas, in oils or dried to enjoy their comforting aromas. Its violet-blue spikes, harvested in midsummer, keep their characteristic scent and calming presence for a long time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-be__intro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs a tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e To ease\u003cspan\u003e headaches linked to stress or tension, to promote relaxation and to support digestive comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-be__intro\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ma-be__bloc ma-be__bloc--sechage\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"ma-be__banniere\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/4845\/7092\/files\/be-sechage-v2.jpg?v=1790341843\" alt=\"Bunches of dried flowers tied with string on burlap\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting and drying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-be__texte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest the flower spikes early in the morning, as soon as the dew is gone, when the flowers are starting to open (July to August). Pinch or snip gently below the spike to keep a good length of stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGather the stems in small bunches of 5 to 8, without packing them. Hold them with an elastic or string, then hang them upside down in a dry, airy place out of direct light (garage, attic, shed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrying takes 2 to 3 weeks depending on the humidity. The flowers are ready when they come off the stem easily. Store them in an airtight jar away from light, for about a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"ma-be__bloc ma-be__bloc--recette\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"ma-be__banniere\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/4845\/7092\/files\/be-infusion-v2.jpg?v=1790341843\" alt=\"Clear herbal tea in a glass cup, next to dried flowers\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaking a tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-be__recette\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-be__ing\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnglish lavender tea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-be__sous\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tsp dried 'Hidcote' lavender flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250 ml simmering water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoney or sugar (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ma-be__prep\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMethod\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour the simmering water over the dried flowers in a cup or teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet steep 5 to 7 minutes, covered, to preserve the aromas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain out the flowers and pour into your cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy warm, in the late afternoon or evening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-be__astuce\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip\u003c\/strong\u003e: The dried flowers can also naturally scent a relaxation pillow or a sachet tucked between your sheets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ma-be__avis\"\u003eTraditional wellness use. Avoid contact with the eyes. For minor discomforts only: for a large, deep or infected wound, see a health professional. Use only a correctly identified plant that has not received any treatment incompatible with this use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Maison Auclair","offers":[{"title":"1-2 gallon","offer_id":67620042735748,"sku":"LAVANDULAHIDCOTTE-BE-12GALLON","price":19.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/4845\/7092\/files\/lavandula-hidcotte-bien-etre.png?v=1791376507","url":"https:\/\/maisonauclair.ca\/en\/products\/lavandula-angustifolia-hidcote-bien-etre","provider":"Maison Auclair","version":"1.0","type":"link"}