Choose a container with drainage holes
Use a pot that is at least 12 to 16 inches wide
Fill the container with a well-draining potting mix
Mix in sand, perlite, or gravel for extra drainage
Place the container in full sun
Remove the lavender from its nursery pot
Loosen the roots gently before planting
Set the plant at the same depth it was growing before
Backfill with soil and press lightly around the base
Water thoroughly after planting
Let the soil dry slightly between waterings
Avoid overwatering
Place the container in a warm, airy location
Trim lightly after planting if needed
Fertilize sparingly, if at all
Repot when the plant outgrows the container