Reports in the past 24 hours suggested that the UK had recorded its biggest ever wave, at Penzance in Cornwall. It later turned out to be an anomaly. But how do you measure the height of a wave, asks Tom Heyden.
Trim away dead or damaged parts in spring. If you live in a place with heavy snows and harsh weather, your lavender bush is likely to lose a few branches over the winter. Examine the shrub in early spring, before it begins producing new shoots. Remove any broken or rotting branches to make way for new growth.
lavender is a plant that doesnât need much work, except for keeping the fields clean. It doesnât need to be watered, quite the opposite: it dies if the soil is too humid. it is in bloom in early to mid July. it is used to make many products such as lavender extract, body creams, detergents and soaps. It is also used dried as a perfume for wardrobes and underwear. bees love it, so itâs the ideal setting for beehives where an excellent honey is produced (I was given a jar!)