I am a hardcore fan of growing lavender indoors. Not only does it smell absolutely amazing (and is proven to have therapeutic benefits, as well) but it grows fast in containers and actually does really well when grown indoors. The best part? Once you learn how to grow lavender indoors, you can harvest flowers all winter long. Terrific, right?
How to grow lavender indoors
For the best success when growing lavender indoors, I recommend planting your plant in well-draining soil. Additionally, terra cotta pots work best for lavender plants, as lavender is surprisingly susceptible to root rot. Lavender plants also love limestone, so see if you can supplement that into your soil for the best of growth. Lavender plants do love more alkaline soil, so crush up eggshells at least once a month in the soil to help supplement this plant need.
And if there’s one thing that indoor lavender plants need most to survive, it’s definitely plenty of sunlight! Place your lavender plant in a south-facing window to enjoy beautiful blooms all winter long. Remember that as far as lavender is concerned, there isn’t a thing as too much sunshine!
One thing you should be especially careful about when growing lavender indoors is to keep it away from any drafts. Not only do warm heat vents absolutely ROAST healthy lavender plants, but cool drafts from A/C units can be just as detrimental.
When it comes to watering needs, it’s important to note that lavender thrives in drier soil. It can be hard for lavender to bounce back after overwatering, so only water when the top three inches (or at least until the second knuckle on your finger) is completely dry.
Additionally, it’s never good to get the foliage of your lavender plants wet, and this can actually cause a host of pest issues. To combat this, water the base of the plant directly.
No matter what you do, please note that it may take a few weeks for lavender plants to adjust to the climate of your home. If you’ve recently begun caring for an adult plant, or recently moved one indoors from outside, it’s important to note that it may take some time for the plant to reach its full potential. Don’t be alarmed at droopy leaves!
