When to plant oregano in zone 3b
In zone 3b, the last spring frost usually comes around May 15 and the first fall frost around Sep 15. Here is when to plant oregano.
Note: winters in zone 3b 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 20
Plant in the bedMay 15
Start pickingJul 24
Your oregano calendar for zone 3b
- Mar 20: Start oregano seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 15: Plant oregano in the bed
- Jul 24: 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 3b. 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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