lavender

Hello, I am thinking of moving to Dahab for a short while next year. I wondered if anyone knows how easy it is to plant and grow herbs, specifically lavender? As I am looking to make products with it. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

I'd like to send some essential oils (lemon, peppermint, lavender) to a friend in Dubai, but am wondering if these are allowed. Do I need to specially label the package? There are no alcohols in these, just straight essential oils, in bottles that have already been opened. I'd appreciate...