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Can You Grow Lavender in Idaho?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
Idaho last frost
Idaho 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 Idaho
Idaho has a semi-arid continental climate. Southern valleys are Zone 6-7 with hot dry summers; northern regions and mountains are colder. Excellent for root vegetables and cool crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in Idaho?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Idaho?
Idaho spans USDA Zone 6b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Lavenders in Idaho?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.