As dog is man’s (and woman’s) best friend –
I find that Lavender is the garden’s. A loyal giver, and a hard worker – it offers much to its surroundings. Its strong sturdy stalks support delicate sweet flowers.
Its soft blue grey goes along and gets along with everyone.
It rebounds well from adversity, spreads heavenly perfume…
expects little, and gives a lot.
Happy to be a supporting player –
but fully capable of leading the charge.
It is a perennial friend…
and a gracious host to all.
Lavender. Friend to the garden. Qualities to emulate with friends.
“The roots of all goodness lie in the soil of appreciation for goodness.” ~ Dalai Lama
Gardens For Goldens 
I love to see bees on lavender. It must be wonderful to be a little insect surrounded by that scent.
Truly! Lavender is so calming…I’m surprised they can still work so hard. 🙂
I love Lavender! I love its scent, and its color; and I especially love its calming properties! When Callie is overly anxious due to a particularly close thunderstorm, I get out my bottle of lavender body refresher (essential oil and purified water). I spray some in the palms of my hands, rub my hands together, and give my poor girl a massage from head to toes. Between the love and attention I’m giving her, the benefits of a massage, and the calming properties of the lavender, she usually settles down within five minutes.
I know a few people who would line up for that as well!
So beautiful! I’ve tried growing lavender here with no luck. I always feel so peaceful just looking at it.
Monty and Harlow
I love lavender and have several plants that I keep dividing and moving around. Gorgeous photos. 🙂