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Can You Grow Lavender in Nova Scotia?
Canada · Canadian Zone 6 · zones 5, 6
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
Nova Scotia last frost
Nova Scotia first frost
Days to harvest
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.
Gardening in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia has a maritime climate moderated by the Atlantic. Most of the province is Zone 5b-6a; the Annapolis Valley is Zone 6a-6b and one of Canada's premier apple-growing regions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in Nova Scotia?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Nova Scotia?
Nova Scotia spans Canadian Zone 6 (5, 6).
When do you plant Lavenders in Nova Scotia?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.