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Can You Grow Lavender in Louisiana?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 8a, 8b, 9a
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
Louisiana last frost
Louisiana 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 Louisiana
Louisiana has a humid subtropical climate with very mild winters and long hot summers. Year-round cool-season growing is possible; the summer is the only limiting factor.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in Louisiana?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Louisiana?
Louisiana spans USDA Zone 8b (8a, 8b, 9a).
When do you plant Lavenders in Louisiana?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.