lavender.json

{
  "id": "lavender",
  "common_name": "Lavender",
  "scientific_name": "Lavandula angustifolia",
  "tags": [
    "herb",
    "aromatic",
    "purple flowers",
    "drought",
    "full sun",
    "mediterranean",
    "outdoor"
  ],
  "care": {
    "summary": "Sun-loving aromatic shrub; hates wet feet and heavy shade.",
    "light": "Full sun",
    "water": "Infrequent deep watering; dry between sessions",
    "soil": "Gritty, alkaline, excellent drainage",
    "humidity": "Low",
    "temperature_c": "5-30",
    "fertilizer": "Light feed in spring only",
    "toxicity": "Generally safe; essential oil concentrated",
    "common_issues": [
      "Root rot from overwatering",
      "Leggy growth with insufficient light",
      "Fungal issues in humid shade"
    ],
    "tips": [
      "Prune after flowering to keep compact",
      "Avoid rich compost that holds water",
      "Great for pots with drainage holes"
    ]
  }
}