About the simplest thing you can do to preserve your lavender is to cut it, tie it in bunches then hang it to dry.
![Bunched lavender tied tightly with string.](https://i0.wp.com/www.urbanfarmhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/DSC_4051.jpg?resize=200%2C300)
Be sure the bunches aren’t too thick or they might rot in the middle. Tie the string very tight or use a rubber band as it will shrink as it dries and all the stems will fall out.
Once you have your cut and tied lavender hang it upside down in a dark place with good air circulation to dry; I tie a string between the rafters in our basement for this purpose.
![Drying lavender in the basement.](https://i0.wp.com/www.urbanfarmhub.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/DSC_40541.jpg?resize=300%2C200)
Once the lavender is dried put it in a basket, cover it with a cloth to keep dust off and store in a dark place.
I toss these dried bunches into gift boxes and baskets to fill empty spaces and bring the smells of summer days.
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