Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lebanon, OK, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8a.
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Lebanon, OK Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lebanon, OK
The average last frost date in spring for Lebanon is April 1st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 15th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Lebanon, OK
The average first frost date in fall for Lebanon is November 10th. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Lebanon, OK
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lebanon is approximately 223 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Lebanon, OK Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lebanon, OK Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Geranium seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 21st to February 4th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th), starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th), and starting Thyme seeds indoors (from February 4th to February 18th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from March 4th to March 18th), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 18th to April 1st), and direct sowing Carrot (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 8th to April 22nd), direct sowing Corn (from April 15th to April 22nd), and direct sowing Okra (from April 15th to April 29th).