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Can You Grow Lavender in New Jersey?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
New Jersey last frost
New Jersey 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 New Jersey
New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in New Jersey?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is New Jersey?
New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Lavenders in New Jersey?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.