When should I plant Lavender in Zone 5b?

Start Lavender seeds indoors around Feb 17. Transplant outdoors after May 5. Expect first harvest around Aug 3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Lavender in Zone 5b?

Yes. Lavender needs 100 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🟣 Growing Lavender in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Lavender in this zone. Embun beku terakhir: Apr 28. Embun beku pertama: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 hari)

Zona5b

Embun beku terakhirApr 28

Embun beku pertamaOct 8

Musim163 hari

Panen100 hari

MatahariMatahari Penuh

When to Plant Lavender in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 17

Start Lavender seeds indoors around Feb 17 (10 minggu sebelum embun beku terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-28 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 5

Transplant Lavender seedlings outdoors after May 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 55F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 3

First harvest approximately Aug 3 (~90 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Lavender can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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