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Provence · Lavender

Zone 12a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Provence to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsOct 23rd
Last FrostJan 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsDec 25th
Harvest BeginsDec 25th
Harvest EndsDec 31st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 50°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity365
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitShrub
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)65
Min Soil Temp (°F)50
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start lavender in a lightly warm, very well-drained mix; transplant only when nighttime temperatures are reliably mild and use minimal nitrogen to keep plants compact and aromatic.