Lavender in Containers (Low Maintenance Balcony Plant)

lavender flowers growing in a container on the balcony

Overview

Lavender grows very well in containers and produces beautiful purple flowers with a pleasant fragrance. It is ideal for sunny balconies and requires very little maintenance.

Plant Overview

Best container size: 15–25L
Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours)
Soil: Well-draining soil
BC tip: Lavender grows very well in dry summer conditions

What You Need

Container with drainage holes
Potting mix
Lavender plant
Watering can

Step-by-step Instructions

Step 1 — Prepare the container

A woman filling the container with well drained soil

Fill container with well-draining soil.

Step 2 — Plant lavender

Place plant and cover roots fully with soil.

Step 3 — Place in full sunlight

Lavender requires strong sunlight daily. Try to expose the plant to the sun as much as you could ,

In winter season if not exposed enough to sun light , you can use the Outdoor sun lamp

Common Mistakes

Overwatering
Too little sunlight
Poor drainage

Irrigation Schedule (Simple)

Season	How often to water	BC note
Spring	every 3–5 days	Allow soil to dry slightly between watering
Summer	every 3–5 days	Allow soil to dry slightly between watering
Fall	every 3–5 days	Allow soil to dry slightly between watering