Oregano plant

When to plant oregano in zone 10b

In zone 10b, the last spring frost usually comes around Jan 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 31. Here is when to plant oregano.

Start seeds indoorsNov 20
Plant in the bedJan 15
Start pickingMar 26

Your oregano calendar for zone 10b

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 10b. 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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