Does Lavender Tolerate Shade?

Lavenders do not grow well in shade. Lavenders require full sun and drier conditions in terms of humidity and drainage. Lavenders that receive less then 6 hours of sun in the growing season produce less flowers, poor growth and can die.

Which lavender grows in shade?

These somewhat shade-tolerant varieties of lavender include French lavender (​Lavandula dentata​), French lace lavender (​Lavandula multifida​) and Spanish lavender (​Lavandula stoechas​). These species grow best under full sun or sun with some clouds, but extreme shade can be detrimental to their growth and flowering.

Can you put lavender in the shade?

No, ideally it's best that all types of lavender are exposed to full sun for most of the day. Hardier varieties (Hidcote and Grosso) may survive but it's best to find a sunny spot to plant them in.