Lavender and Coreopsis Gardening Guides Published in Czech Republic and Slovakia

A detailed guide explains how to harvest, dry, and use lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) for culinary, medicinal, and household purposes. It advises cutting the plant when buds first open, drying the flowers in a shaded, well‑ventilated area, and suggests applications such as sleep‑aid sachets, natural insect repellents, and flavoring for foods and drinks.

Another guide describes the hardy perennial coreopsis, known locally as krásnoočko, highlighting varieties such as Coreopsis grandiflora and Coreopsis verticillata. The plant tolerates heat, drought, and frost, making it suitable for sunny garden beds, pots, and rockeries. The article outlines planting from seed, minimal care requirements, and propagation methods, emphasizing its long blooming period into autumn.