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Can You Grow Lavender in Maine?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
Maine last frost
Maine 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 Maine
Maine has a cool humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; inland and northern Maine is Zone 3b-4a. Short summers but excellent for potatoes, blueberries, and cool crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in Maine?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Maine?
Maine spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Lavenders in Maine?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.