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English Lavender
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English lavender is the market name for L. angustifolia types grown for fragrance and kitchen—compact spikes, sweet floral oil, and the safest everyday culinary lavender. Despite the name, plants are Mediterranean in origin; “English” marks the hardy garden and confectionery tradition. Infuse cream for ice cream, bake into shortbread, or grind with salt for lamb. Never confuse with heavily camphorous cleaning-grade spikes.
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Baking FriendlyClassic CulinaryCulinary StandardFloralHardy GardenSweetSweet Floral
History
GB
English cottage gardens made angustifolia lavender a national garden staple.
GB
Mitcham and other English districts farmed lavender for oil and posies.
Culinary writers specified English lavender for edible flower recipes.
Food-grade English lavender packs filled specialty baking aisles.