100 Lavender Stalks (1 handful as seen in photos) arrives fresh! picked day of order but shipping is 1-4 days USPS -Fresh, cut lavender bunches can be put in a vase of water for 2-3 days. They will last up to 10 days in water, but if you want to dry the bunches, remove from water after 3 days, cut off brown parts of the stem and hang to dry. There are many different plant materials you can use for smudging. Some common ones are: sage, cedar, sweet grass and lavender. Lavender Flowers add a deeper sense of calm and peace to your space. It is most beneficial for a sleeping space, or stressful home. Lavender has powers of protection and cleansing.Magically it is used for protection and also for love. Lavender brings a positive energy, opens the heart chakra and calms the mind. Lavender oil is believed to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to heal minor burns and bug bites. Research suggests that it may be useful for treating anxiety, insomnia, depression, and restlessness.The dried lavender stalks, sprigs, clusters have a light refreshing scent when burned. They're often incorporated into ceremonies that are focused on peace, restful sleep and happiness. Lavender can be burned therapeutically to address insomnia, depression, grief, sorrow and anxiety As a member of the same family as many of our most popular herbs, it is not surprising that lavender is edible and that it's use in food preparation is also returning. Flowers and leaves can be used fresh, and both buds and stems can be used dried.G California_Ts Proposition 65 Warning: May This item contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Reference by California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) at: www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65/prop65_list/Newlist.html.