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Can You Grow Lavender in Vermont?
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
Vermont last frost
Vermont 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 Vermont
Vermont has a cool humid continental climate. Southern Vermont is Zone 5a-5b; northern Vermont is Zone 4a-4b. Short growing seasons are productive for cool crops, potatoes, and maple trees.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in Vermont?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Vermont?
Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Lavenders in Vermont?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.