Oregano plant

When to plant oregano in zone 5a

In zone 5a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 4 and the first fall frost around Oct 3. Here is when to plant oregano.

Start seeds indoorsMar 9
Plant in the bedMay 4
Start pickingJul 13

Your oregano calendar for zone 5a

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 5a. 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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