When to plant oregano in zone 3a
In zone 3a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 20 and the first fall frost around Sep 10. Here is when to plant oregano.
Note: winters in zone 3a are usually too cold for oregano to survive outdoors. Grow it in a large pot and move it into a garage or indoors for winter.
Start seeds indoorsMar 25
Plant in the bedMay 20
Start pickingJul 29
Your oregano calendar for zone 3a
- Mar 25: Start oregano seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 20: Plant oregano in the bed
- Jul 29: Start picking oregano
Spreads over time. Trim it back in early summer.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 3a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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