A Canadian Guide to Growing Lavender in Cold Climates
Although Canada may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking about growing lavender, it actually thrives unexpectedly well here. There are several lavender farms across the nation which challenge the assumption that lavender can’t grow in Canada. In many cities across the country, the climate gets hot and dry during the summer. This is especially true…
Lavender Syrup – What to Do With it & Why You Need It
Lavender makes the perfect addition to any cocktail, mocktail, coffee, or dessert. It’s floral and sweet, but delicate enough to blend well with most flavours. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve heard of Starbucks’ spring drink menu. Their lavender drinks have a chokehold on beverage lovers across the continent. However, it’s nearly impossible to find a definitive list of…
Starbucks Lavender Powder Ingredients and the Benefits of Buying Real Farm Made Lavender Syrup!
Starbucks recently launched its spring menu and we weren’t surprised to see a heavy focus on lavender-based drinks using their proprietary Starbucks lavender powder ingredients. We’re on the cusp of launching our first culinary lavender products at McKinley Lavender Farm. Two of the most requested items that our customers have been begging for us to bring to market, have finally…
How Can You Preserve Dried Lavender?
Lavender has a variety of uses. However, to get the most out of its benefits, it is often required that you use dried buds. From culinary creations to aromatherapy, dried lavender is incredibly versatile. By preserving your fresh lavender, you can ensure that its fragrance and utility remain for years to come. We get several questions from customers each day…
Blog Recap: Kelowna Lavender Makes the Perfect Holiday Gift!
We cannot believe that it is already December! It feels like just yesterday that we were finishing our first harvest and prepping Lavender Jack’s for its opening day. This year has been huge for our Kelowna lavender farm in terms of growth and development. Over the course of the last eleven months, we’ve unveiled new products, opened a storefront, and…
All About Drying Lavender for Sale in the Okanagan
Many people grow lavender for its beautiful purple colour and charming aroma. However, we encourage you to take it a step further and dry those purple flowers! In its dried form, lavender presents so many opportunities for culinary, health, and wellness uses. If you’ve just harvested your lavender for the first time, you’re probably wondering how to dry it properly….
An Update on Our Lavender Farm in the Okanagan
After a long Okanagan winter and abnormal spring temperatures, our summer on the farm isn’t looking the same as it has years previous. While many of our plants are doing exceptionally well with the warmer temperatures, some are a little slow to begin blooming. Now that we are almost in June, we thought it would be a good time to…
Lavender in Kelowna for Beverages!
Lavender is an incredibly versatile plant. This purple flower does wonders for skin, odours, and calms a busy mind. But, did you know that lavender is also a delicious addition to beverages? If not, we’re here to tell you about the awesomeness of lavender-infused drinks! With the help of our beloved purple pals, you can make all of your favourite…
How to Cook With Culinary Lavender for Sale
Lavender is a popular herb that is most often used for its unique scent and incredible health benefits. Generally, when people think of lavender, they imagine soaps, oils, and beauty products. However, lavender has another use beyond its therapeutic and beauty benefits. Similar to other herbs, lavender makes a great addition to your kitchen pantry. Using lavender in the culinary…
What is Lavender Hydrosol?
Hydrosols have many different purposes and benefits. They can be made from all sorts of plant materials and share many similarities with essential oils. However, as the name suggests, they are mostly made of water. Hydrosols can be used in a variety of ways like aromatherapy or as air fresheners. In this article, we will be going over what lavender…