7 Simple Tips for Growing Lavender Harvesting Timing of the harvest depends on what you are using the lavender for. For fresh-market or or dried bundles harvest when the first 1 or 2 flowers have bloomed. If the end product is essential oil then the bes Organic Gardening, Gardening Tips, Vegetable Gardening, Balcony Gardening, Pallet Gardening, Kitchen Gardening, Gardening Courses, Gardening Supplies, Garden Planters