The Modern Southern Garden
The Profile
Downy Lavender
The modern southern garden should include a variety of plants from the same family in graduated hues. There are many different types of lavender to grow, love & use when entertaining. The Essential Guide To Lavender highlights several varieties for cooking, baking & integrating into menus. Downy Lavender or Lavandula pubescens originated in the Mediterranean & has tender, fern-like foliage with pointed purple flower spikes. It may be relied on to bloom throughout the summer & is known for its’ fragrant blooms & greenery. Learn how to garnish with it when southern socials are in order.
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How To Garnish With Downy Lavender
Downy Lavender makes a wonderful herb to add to the garden. The tall spikes may be snipped & used to create petite florals for window & sink sills or when sweet endings beckon.
The Technique
Snip Downy Lavender spikes & accompany with lovely desserts such as Vanilla Bean-Chèvre Sabayon in Classic Tuile Cups. Simply place the blooms directly on plates for a beautiful look.
The Tune
“Prelude To A Kiss” Billie Holiday
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