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Can You Grow Lavender in Rhode Island?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
Rhode Island last frost
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in Rhode Island?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Rhode Island?
Rhode Island spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b).
When do you plant Lavenders in Rhode Island?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.