Flower
Can you grow Lavender on a balcony?
Lavandula angustifolia
Yes — grows well in pots
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) grows well on a balcony in a pot of at least 20 litres (about 30 cm deep). It needs full sun — around 6+ hours of direct sun a day. Flowers appear in late spring and summer; prune in late summer just after flowering finishes. All figures below are sourced from RHS and the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Sun
☀️ Full sun (6+ h)
Min. pot
20 L · 30 cm
Water
Low
Difficulty
Easy
Hardiness
USDA 5-9
Container fit
Good
Sow
Plant young plants in April or May; never plant in winter when young plants are vulnerable to rotting
Harvest
Flowers appear in late spring and summer; prune in late summer just after flowering finishes
Good companions: Roses, Mediterranean herbs (rosemary, oregano, thyme, sage), ornamental grasses, echinacea, rudbeckia
Balcony tip: Use a large container 30-40cm in diameter with plenty of drainage; water in summer as pots dry out quickly, and move to a sheltered spot over winter since roots are less insulated than in the ground
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What size pot does Lavender need?
Lavender needs a container of at least 20 litres, roughly 30 cm deep. Bigger pots dry out more slowly and give better yields on a balcony.
How much sun does Lavender need on a balcony?
Lavender wants full sun — about 6+ hours of direct sun daily. Match it to your balcony's aspect before buying seed.
When do you sow Lavender?
Plant young plants in April or May; never plant in winter when young plants are vulnerable to rotting. Timing shifts with your climate/USDA zone — the linked sources give the detail.
Sources & date
- RHS: Lavender
- Old Farmer's Almanac: Lavender
- Data as of: 2026-07-10
- Container sizes and timings are guidance — adjust to your climate/USDA zone and balcony aspect.