How to Grow Maryland Lavender I-II
Antirrhinum majus
Your complete guide to growing Maryland Lavender I-II.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Maryland Lavender I-II
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Maryland Lavender I-II
✓ Good companions
Repel aphids, slugs, and cabbage worms while requiring similar well-draining soil
Attracts beneficial insects and repels mosquitoes, thrives in similar conditions
Both attract pollinators and beneficial insects, compatible growing needs
Natural pest deterrent that protects lavender from nematodes and aphids
Shares drought tolerance and helps repel ants and aphids
Similar growing conditions and mutually repel pests like moths and beetles
Similar water and soil requirements, both deter rabbits and deer
Compatible Mediterranean herbs that attract beneficial pollinators together
✗ Keep away from
Prefer acidic soil while lavender needs alkaline conditions
Needs shade and consistent moisture, opposite of lavender's sun and dry soil needs
Requires frequent watering and rich soil that can cause lavender root rot
Aggressive spreader that can overwhelm lavender and prefers more moisture
