How lavender oil can improve hair health
Here at McKinley Lavender Farm we do more than just grow the lavender, we also make lavender oil. In this article we are going to explain some of the benefits lavender oil can have on hair growth. Promotes hair growth A study back in 2016 has shown that lavender essential oil can actually grow more hair. These studies showed that…
How to make lavender oil using steam distillation
Buying essential can sometimes be quite expensive, but believe it or not it’s actually quite inexpensive to distill at home. In this article we are going to walk you through how you can make lavender oil at home using steam distillation. What are essential oils? Before we get into the step by step process we’re going to quickly explain what…
How to prune and harvest lavender
If you’re new to harvesting lavender and wondering what you need to do, don’t worry cause we’ve got you covered. Proper pruning and harvesting of lavender ensures the plant will have a longer lifespan, and the plant will keep producing flowers for a very long time. Here is our guide on pruning and harvesting lavender. Prune and harvest when the…
How to keep tulips fresh after picking
After a long winter here in the Okanagan spring is finally here! That means it’s time to spruce up your home and office space with some beautiful, freshly cut tulips. You may be thinking to yourself, why would a lavender farm write about how to care for tulips? While we do focus primarily on dried lavender and growing dried lavender for…
The health benefits of lavender
While lavender and dried lavender is generally used for decoration, it’s fragrance, and even in cooking, it can also be used for medicinal purposes. It is believed that lavender oil can have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects, which help to speed up the healing process of burns and bites. Research also shows that it can be used for treating anxiety, insomnia,…
6 great uses for your dried lavender
One of the great things about dried lavender is there possibilities on what you can do with it, are endless. If you have an abundance of dried lavender left over after your purchase, here are 6 uses for your dried lavender. Lavender Bags Do you have an empty fabric bag lying around that you never thought you would have a…
Make delicious meals with Lavender
Believe it or not, lavender is actually world renowned as a great cooking herb. That being said, it is also one of the most difficult seasonings to cook with, as it can easily overpower any dish if used too much. Are you looking for lavender buds for sale to try your culinary hand? Below are some tips and tricks you…
How to use lavender at your wedding
Are you looking to stay away from all the cliché wedding flowers you see on Pinterest and the gram? If you want to do something a little different, why not look to fresh or dried lavender for some creative inspiration. Lavender is the perfect flower for any modern wedding. Lavender is recognized around the world as a symbol of love…
How to care for your fresh cut lavender
Here at McKinley Lavender Farm we believe the possibilities to what you can do with fresh cut lavender are endless. But the first thing you need to know is how to care for your lavender. We have included a quick list to ensure your freshly cut lavender from our Kelowna lavender farm lasts. Remember – when you are done with…