How Do You Start A Lavender Farm?
Growing lavender can be very challenging and extremely rewarding. Lavender is prized for its wonderful aroma, essential oil production, and culinary purposes. Many lavender farms also participate in “agri-tourism,” a fairly new industry which focuses on increasing interest in agriculture by making it attractive and accessible to visitors. This guide covers the basics of starting your lavender farm. Do some research. According to Katherine L. Adam, NCAT Agriculture Specialist, “Successful lavender producers typically invest considerable time (at least a year) just doing research, traveling to conferences, and talking with established farmers before setting up operations. Many travel to France to view first-hand the lavender industry in Provence.” Don’t try to reinvent the wheel. Get in touch with existing, successful farmers to get a good start. Prepare your soil. Lavender thrives in well-drained, sandy, gravelly soil. Work the soil down at least 18 to 24 inches. Also consider raising t
