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Can You Grow Lavender in Manitoba?

Canada · Canadian Zone 3 · zones 2, 3, 4

Won't grow here

Lavender is borderline hardy here — good drainage and a sheltered spot are essential.

Plant zones

5a–8b

Manitoba last frost

mid-May

Manitoba first frost

late September

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Lavender

Lavender needs excellent drainage above all — it will rot in wet heavy soil even in a suitable zone.

Plant in the sandiest most well-drained soil you have. Raised beds or containers work well. Cut back by half after flowering. English lavender (L. angustifolia) is the hardiest for cold zones.

Full lavender growing guide →

Gardening in Manitoba

Manitoba has a cold continental climate. Winnipeg is Zone 3b-4a. Cold winters and hot summers make for an intense but short growing season. Excellent for sunflowers, canola, and cool-season vegetables.

See what grows well in Manitoba →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Lavender in Manitoba?

Lavender is borderline hardy here — good drainage and a sheltered spot are essential.

What zone is Manitoba?

Manitoba spans Canadian Zone 3 (2, 3, 4).

When do you plant Lavenders in Manitoba?

See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.