Can lavender grow in the tropics? The answer is yes! You can grow lavender in tropical and sub-tropical parts of the world as a short-lived perennial or an annual herb but you’ll need to care for it more often, especially in summer. But we’ve got you covered!
USDA Zones — 8-11
Difficulty — Moderate
Soil pH — Slightly alkaline
Grow lavender in a pot so that you can change its location during heavy rain or when the temperature rises.
If you’re growing it on the ground, take care to plant it in a location where it’ll be saved from wind, heavy rain, and heat, not receiving full sun, especially in the afternoon as the sun in warm climates shines more intensely and it can scorch your plant.
Planting it under a tree is a good idea.
If you’re growing lavender from seeds, sow seeds in early winter and place the seed tray in full sun. Seedlings will germinate in two to three weeks; transplant them in a favorable location in a well-drained potting mix using compost with bonemeal and lime both of equal amounts in half a cup.
Also, add sand if your soil is heavy and clay-rich.
Before transplanting make an 18” mound of soil and plant lavender in it. This is the best technique to restrict soggy and water-logged soil and improve air circulation.
Take care about watering, water only when the soil becomes dry. You don’t need to fertilize lavender but if you want, occasionally add compost in the growing season.
In colder zones, Lavender should be planted in spring or summer but in the tropics growing conditions are different. Sun is more intense in summer and afterward, it rains, which increases the humidity level and makes it intolerable for the plant to thrive that is why winter is the best month to plant lavender in the tropics.
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