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Can You Grow Lavender in Prince Edward Island?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5

Grows well here

Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.

Plant zones

5a–8b

Prince Edward Island last frost

mid-April

Prince Edward Island first frost

mid-October

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 Prince Edward Island

PEI has a maritime climate with mild summers and cold winters. Most of the island is Zone 5a-5b. Famous for its potatoes — the red soil and maritime moisture create ideal conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Lavender in Prince Edward Island?

Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.

What zone is Prince Edward Island?

Prince Edward Island spans Canadian Zone 5 (4, 5).

When do you plant Lavenders in Prince Edward Island?

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