Even culinary lavender is incredibly potent, so it's important to use it in moderation. Start with a small amount -- whether using fresh flowers or dried lavender buds -- and taste as you go.

Preparing Lavender for Recipes. Lavender can be used either fresh or dried. If drying at home, hang the flowers upside down in a cool, dark area until completely dry.

Preheat the oven to 400°, arrange Chicken skin side down in a large baking dish, pour in the marinade, and sprinkle with half the Kosher salt.

A lavender farm has opened for the summer with some flowers already in full bloom and set to be at their best for the next few weeks, its owner has said.