- Harvesting Time: As a rule of thumb, maximum EO value is reached at a time when about two-third of the lavender flowers have opened and thus, that harvesting should commence.

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- Climate
- Soil quality and preparation
- Water stress and drought
- Insect stress and microorganisms
- Location of oil cells
- Types of biomass used
- Timing of the harvest

Factors influencing EOs production

Baser, K. H. C., & Buchbauer, G. (2009). Handbook of essential oils: science, technology, and applications. CRC press.

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