From June to September, the villages of Sault, Forcalquier, the Lure Mountains, the Valensole plateau ... are all covered in blue. This is a real delight for hikers.
Lavender is used for many purposes : in the perfume, pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, as well as for bouquets and honey. The difference between lavender and «lavandin» has to be made. Lavender is a wild plant that grows at an altitude of 600 meters. “Lavandin” is a man-made hybrid that is a cross between aspic and lavender. It grows at a lower altitude and is easier to use. Its main use is essentially industrial : detergents, cosmetics, etc.
The colour and fragrance of lavender intensifies as altitude rises. |
