Lavender Buds (English Lavender) - Lavandula Angustifolia

Also known as: True Lavender, English Lavender, Narrow-Leaved Lavender, Garden Lavender.

Scientific name: Lavandula angustifolia (A perennial Mediterranean shrub in the mint family, Lamiaceae).

What it’s known for: Its iconic, "dusty purple" hue and its clean, calming, and deeply floral fragrance. It is the gold standard for aromatherapy, offering a flavor profile that is sweet, herbaceous, and slightly minty with a touch of citrus.

How to prepare: Steep 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of dried buds in hot water (90°C) for 3–5 minutes. Lavender is potent—a little goes a long way. It is traditionally enjoyed when blended with Chamomile, Earl Grey tea, or infused into warm milk with honey.

How it’s used: The centerpiece of "Dream" and "Sleepy" tea blends; a favorite for scenting linens and closets in traditional sachets; used in gourmet baking for shortbreads and syrups; and a premium botanical for soothing facial steams and luxury bath salts.