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Can You Grow Lavender in West Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
West Virginia last frost
West Virginia 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 West Virginia
West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lavender in West Virginia?
Lavender grows as a perennial here — plant in well-drained soil and it will thrive for years.
What zone is West Virginia?
West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Lavenders in West Virginia?
See the planting guide for Lavender — timing depends on your exact frost date.