CULTIVATION: Sow seed in garden or seed bed. Thin or transplant to 
twelve inches apart. In the shade Hyssop becomes lax and decumbent. 
Prune old wood back to the roots in the spring. 
LAMBS EARS—Woundwort, Moma Betony, Sfachys lanata. Family: 
Labiatae. 
Uses: Old medicinal herb greatly chended as a charm against evil 
spirits. 
DescriIPTION: The purple blossoms are born on foot high, felty, square 
stems. A fine border plant for the grey, wooly leaves form a dense mat. 
CULTIVATION: Seed in flats or seed bed and set out ten inches apart in 
the garden. Mature plants may be propagated by FRED BES and root 
divisions. 
LAVENDER—English Lavender, Lavandula vera. Family: Labiatae. 
Uses: Essential oil and dried flowers used in sachets and perfume. 
DescripTION: A grey, shrubby perennial about eighteen inches tall. 
The blunt, leafless flower spikes range from deep purple when in bud 
to pale lavender when fully opened. The shade varies with different 
plants and soil conditions. Plants should be covered with straw and 
" leaves in winter as they are often tender in northern sections. Spike 
Lavender has broader leaves, branching flower stalks and is generally 
not as hardy as English Lavender. 
CULTIVATION: Slow-growing Lavender may be started from seed in 
flats in a greenhouse or hot bed in the spring. Transplant seedlings to 
a dry, sunny, sheltered spot. The addition of limestone to the soil 
improves the vigor and fragrance of the plants. Flowers should be cut 
for drying just before the buds open. 
LOVAGE—Levisticum officinalis. Family: Umbelliferae. 
Users: Leaves used in soups, salads and meats. 
DescrirTIon: Bright, glabrous green leaves born on erect, Ballers 
perennial stems which reach five feet in height. Yellow flower umbels 
followed by brown seeds which are attractive to birds. The leaves and 
stalks have a rich pungency, reminiscent of celery and curry, which 
is very delightful for seasoning. 
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