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Lavender Blossoms at a Glance
An unmistakably fragrant traditional floral botanical with tiny purple blossoms, a sweet herbaceous character and generations of use in teas, culinary preparations and aromatic botanical traditions.
Best For
Floral tea drinkers, botanical blenders and creative kitchens looking for a beautifully aromatic dried flower with a distinctive fragrance and versatile botanical character.
Key Botanical
Lavender Blossoms
Lavandula angustifolia
Botanical Character
Tiny purple-to-lilac dried blossoms with a distinctive sweet, floral and gently herbaceous aroma that remains wonderfully expressive after drying.
Tea Ritual
Add 1–2 teaspoons per cup, pour over freshly boiled water, cover and steep for 5–10 minutes before straining.
Lavender has a pronounced character, so begin with less if you prefer a more delicate cup.
Naturally Caffeine-Free
Pure Lavender Blossoms are naturally caffeine-free and can be prepared alone or incorporated into loose-leaf botanical blends.
Pairs Beautifully With
Chamomile Flowers
Rose Petals
Jasmine Flowers
Combine Lavender with complementary floral botanicals to create beautifully fragrant and layered botanical infusions.
Who Is Lavender Blossoms For?
For those drawn to beautifully fragrant flowers, traditional dried botanicals and creative botanical blending, Lavender Blossoms offer an unmistakable floral aroma with a gently herbaceous character.
For the Floral Tea Drinker
For those who enjoy aromatic botanical infusions where fragrance is an important part of the experience. Lavender creates a distinctive floral cup with a gently herbaceous character.
For the Botanical Explorer
A classic single botanical for anyone interested in discovering flowers with generations of history in Mediterranean and European botanical, culinary and aromatic traditions.
For the Home Tea Blender
Lavender's pronounced fragrance means a little can bring beautiful floral character to blends with softer flowers and complementary herbs.
For the Caffeine-Free Cup
Pure Lavender Blossoms are naturally caffeine-free, offering a fragrant botanical infusion without traditional tea leaves.
For the Aroma Lover
Lavender is especially suited to those who appreciate botanicals for their fragrance, with its instantly recognisable sweet, floral and herbaceous aroma.
For the Creative Kitchen
Beyond the teacup, Lavender Blossoms can bring their distinctive floral character to baking, desserts, confectionery and other culinary preparations.
A Fragrant Blossom to Make Your Own
Enjoy Lavender Blossoms as a simple aromatic infusion or explore their distinctive character alongside Chamomile Flowers, Rose Petals and Jasmine Flowers in your own botanical blends.
The Story Behind the Flower
Lavender is one of the most recognisable aromatic botanicals, treasured for generations for its beautiful purple flowers and unmistakable fragrance.
Known botanically as Lavandula, the plant produces slender flower spikes filled with tiny aromatic blossoms. Once carefully dried, the flowers retain their distinctive purple tones, delicate texture and wonderfully fragrant botanical character.
Lavender Flowers can be steeped as a botanical infusion or used in small amounts alongside other flowers and herbs to add a distinctive floral note to loose-leaf blends. Their natural fragrance and colour also make them a beautiful choice for a variety of botanical and creative preparations.
At Flowers from my Meadow, we love Lavender for the way its fragrance can transform even the simplest botanical ritual. Our dried Lavender Flowers are carefully selected and packed to preserve their natural colour, aroma and character — ready for teas, blends and creative botanical uses.
Lavender Flowers Botanical Profile
How to Brew Lavender Tea
Lavender Blossoms create a beautifully aromatic botanical infusion with a distinctive sweet, floral and gently herbaceous character. Because Lavender is naturally expressive, a little goes a long way when creating your perfect cup.
As the tiny Lavender Blossoms steep, their unmistakable fragrance gently unfolds into a beautifully aromatic cup with a delicate floral and herbaceous character.
Measure the Blossoms
Add 1–2 teaspoons of dried Lavender Blossoms per cup.
Lavender has a naturally pronounced character, so begin with a smaller amount if you prefer a more delicate infusion.
Add Hot Water
Pour freshly boiled water over the dried blossoms.
Allow the tiny flowers to settle naturally as their fragrance begins to release.
Cover & Steep
Cover and allow to steep for 5–10 minutes.
Keeping the cup or teapot covered helps retain Lavender's delicate aromatic character while it infuses.
Strain & Enjoy
Strain before serving and enjoy warm.
Adjust the amount of Lavender or steeping time according to your preferred floral intensity.
Make It Your Own
Lavender pairs beautifully with Chamomile Flowers, Rose Petals and Jasmine Flowers. Because its fragrance is naturally pronounced, use Lavender thoughtfully when blending so the softer character of accompanying botanicals can still shine through.
THE MEADOW KITCHEN
Beautiful Ways to Use Lavender Blossoms
Lavender's distinctive floral fragrance lends itself beautifully to the kitchen. Used thoughtfully, these tiny blossoms can bring an elegant botanical character to baking, preserves, desserts and handmade treats.
Lavender & Lemon Scones
Tender buttery scones delicately scented with Lavender and fresh lemon zest — a simple floral twist on an afternoon classic.
Ingredients
- 250 g self-raising flour
- 50 g cold butter, cubed
- 40 g caster sugar
- 1 tsp dried Lavender Blossoms
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
- 150 ml milk
- 1 egg, beaten, for brushing
- Cream and lemon curd, for serving
Method
Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
Stir through the sugar, Lavender Blossoms and lemon zest.
Gradually add the milk and gently bring the mixture together into a soft dough.
Pat to approximately 2–3 cm thick and cut into rounds.
Place on a lined baking tray, brush lightly with beaten egg and bake for 12–15 minutes until risen and golden.
Serve warm with cream and lemon curd.
Lavender & Blueberry Preserve
A beautifully simple floral syrup combining delicate Apple Flowers with warm vanilla, perfect for adding botanical character to drinks and desserts.
Ingredients
- 500 g blueberries
- 300 g sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried Lavender Blossoms
- 2 tbsp water
Method
Place the Lavender Blossoms in a small heatproof cup and add 2 tablespoons of freshly boiled water.
Cover and steep for 5 minutes, then strain.
Combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice and Lavender infusion in a saucepan.
Cook gently until the sugar dissolves, then simmer for approximately 15–20 minutes, stirring regularly, until thickened.
Spoon into a clean sterilised jar and allow to cool.
Refrigerate after opening.
Lavender Crème Brûlée
A silky baked vanilla custard delicately infused with Lavender and finished beneath a crisp caramelised sugar crust.
Ingredients
- 400 ml cream
- 1 tsp dried Lavender Blossoms
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 egg yolks
- 50 g caster sugar
- Extra caster sugar, for caramelising
Method
Gently warm the cream with the Lavender Blossoms until steaming but not boiling.
Remove from the heat, cover and infuse for 10 minutes, then strain.
Whisk the egg yolks and sugar gently until combined.
Gradually whisk in the warm Lavender-infused cream and vanilla.
Divide between ramekins and place them in a deep baking dish.
Add hot water around the ramekins and bake at 150°C for approximately 30–35 minutes, until just set with a slight wobble in the centre.
Chill completely.
Before serving, sprinkle with a thin layer of caster sugar and caramelise until crisp and golden.
Lavender, Honey & Almond Nougat
A beautiful handmade confection combining floral Lavender, golden honey and toasted almonds in a soft, delicately aromatic nougat.
Ingredients
- 200 g caster sugar
- 120 g honey
- 60 ml water
- 1 egg white
- 150 g toasted almonds
- 1 tsp dried Lavender Blossoms
- Pinch of salt
- Edible wafer paper, optional
Method
Line a small tin with baking paper or edible wafer paper.
Combine the sugar, honey and water in a saucepan and heat gently until dissolved, then cook to a thick syrup.
Whisk the egg white with the salt until soft peaks form.
Carefully and gradually pour the hot syrup into the egg white while continuing to whisk.
Continue beating until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
Fold through the toasted almonds and Lavender Blossoms.
Press into the prepared tin and allow to cool and set completely before slicing into small pieces.
From warm scones and jewel-toned preserves to delicate baked custard and handmade nougat, Lavender Blossoms offer wonderfully varied ways to bring their unmistakable floral character into the Meadow Kitchen.
OUR QUALITY PROMISE
Botanicals, Kept Pure & Uncomplicated
We believe beautiful botanicals need very little interference. Our approach is simple: thoughtfully selected ingredients, careful handling and honest information about what you're bringing into your home.
Thoughtfully Selected
Botanicals chosen with attention to quality, appearance and suitability for their intended use.
Carefully Handled
Handled and packed with care to help preserve the natural character of each botanical.
Pure & Uncomplicated
Simple botanicals without unnecessary additions, presented as close to their natural form as possible.
Packed in South Africa
Carefully packed by Flowers from my Meadow in South Africa.
From our meadow to your home, with care.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions About Lavender Blossoms
Everything you need to know about our dried Lavender Blossoms, from their botanical identity and distinctive fragrance to preparation, blending, culinary use and storage.
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Our Lavender Blossoms are the dried flowers of Lavandula angustifolia, commonly known as Lavender, English Lavender or True Lavender. Lavender belongs to the Lamiaceae family and is recognised by its slender violet-purple flower spikes, narrow grey-green foliage and unmistakable floral fragrance.
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The flowers and flower buds are gathered from Lavender's flowering spikes and carefully dried for botanical preparations. Drying naturally softens their fresh purple colour into varying shades of purple, lilac, grey-green and muted brown.
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Lavender creates a floral, gently sweet and herbaceous botanical infusion with a pronounced aromatic character. Because its fragrance can be quite expressive, you may prefer to begin with a smaller amount and adjust according to taste.
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Pure Lavender Blossoms are naturally caffeine-free. If Lavender is blended with green, black, white or other true tea leaves, the finished blend will contain caffeine from those tea leaves.
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Yes. Lavender intended for culinary preparations can be incorporated into recipes such as baked goods, desserts, preserves and confectionery. Because Lavender has a strong aromatic character, relatively small quantities are usually enough to flavour a recipe.
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Flowers from my Meadow offers dried Lavandula angustifolia Lavender Blossoms in a 20 g resealable kraft pouch, carefully packed as a pure and uncomplicated single botanical for Lavender tea, botanical blending and creative culinary preparations.
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