The cultivation of lavender is an ancient skill. Its evolution has essentially resulted in mechanization and industrialization of production. Lavender and lavender are planted in straight furrows, which shape the emblematic landscapes of Provence. The harvest is carried out by more or less voluminous machines according to the type and the destination of the product. The essential oil is then obtained by distillation with water vapor (still). Some distilleries welcome the public to discover this know-how.

To learn more about distillation

• Definition, history, process, schema … Find more info here.

• Discover all the stages of distillation

• Lavender essential oil: composition, process …

• Discover the guide of lavender essential oils

Lavender is used in perfumery (both in perfumes and in household products such as soap or detergents), but also in aromatherapy, decoration and culinary application, honey and nougat. 

The different uses of lavender:     

• in aromatherapy     
• in the kitchen