Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Oak hills, OR, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 8b.
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Oak hills, OR Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Oak hills, OR
The average last frost date in spring for Oak hills is April 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 29th 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 Oak hills, OR
The average first frost date in fall for Oak hills is November 5th. 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 Oak hills, OR
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Oak hills is approximately 204 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.
Oak hills, OR Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Oak hills, OR Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), starting Oregano seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 18th to April 1st), direct sowing Watercress (from March 18th to April 1st), and direct sowing Crimson Clover (from March 18th to April 1st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from April 29th to May 13th), direct sowing Cosmos (from April 22nd to April 29th), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 29th to May 13th).