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White lavender, this little-known variety
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Have you heard about white lavender?
We'll tell you everything you need to know about this subtle and refined variety.
When we think of lavender, we immediately imagine purple fields stretching as far as the eye can see under the Provençal sun, filling the air with their characteristic scent.
However, there is a rare, almost secret variety that deserves our full attention: white lavender.
White lavender: Lavandula angustifolia Edelweiss or Alba
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Less well known than its purple cousin, it is nonetheless fascinating, offering a touch of originality and equally valuable properties.
With its delicate and rare appearance, white lavender stands out for its pure white flower spikes, which contrast beautifully with the silvery green of its leaves. Its delicate appearance adds a touch of elegance to gardens and bouquets. Its rarity makes it a prized variety among connoisseurs and lovers of unusual plants.
An equally captivating fragrance
Although the color is different, the scent of white lavender remains true to the essence of true lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): sweet, floral, and slightly honeyed, it is just as soothing and recognizable as that of blue lavender. It therefore retains all the aromatic qualities that have made this iconic Mediterranean plant so famous.
Unchanged traditional virtues
Like classic lavender, white lavender has many therapeutic and beneficial properties:
- Soothing and relaxing: Ideal for promoting sleep and calming stress and anxiety. A few drops of white lavender essential oil in a diffuser or on your pillow can work wonders.
- Antiseptic and healing: Useful for minor cuts, minor burns, or insect bites.
- Anti-inflammatory: It can relieve joint and muscle pain.
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White lavender essential oil is therefore a treasure trove for first aid.
How can you incorporate it into your garden?
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Growing white lavender adds a touch of originality and refinement to your outdoor space.
It thrives in the same conditions as classic lavender:
* Full sun
* Well-drained soil
* Drought resistance
You can use it in borders, rockeries, or even in pots on a patio to create a Mediterranean corner.
Its white flowers will look stunning when paired with blue or purple plants, or even with other varieties of lavender for a striking contrast.
A source of inspiration for decoration
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Beyond its qualities in the garden, white lavender is a source of inspiration for interior decoration. Its dried spikes can be used to create rustic bouquets, scented sachets for laundry, or elegant wreaths.
Its immaculate white color brings a touch of purity and chic simplicity to any interior.
White lavender is much more than just a botanical curiosity. It is a variety in its own right, full of charm and virtues, which deserves to be discovered and appreciated.
The next time you think of lavender, let yourself be tempted by the subtlety of its immaculate version and discover a new facet of this iconic plant.
Have you ever had the opportunity to admire or grow white lavender?
Share your experience in the comments!
