When to plant okra in Oklahoma
Oklahoma spans USDA zones 6b–8a, so the right time to plant okra shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 29 in Ardmore to May 2 in Guymon — below are local dates for 45 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | 7b | April 4 | November 2 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Tulsa | 7b | March 31 | November 4 | April 14 – April 28 |
| Norman | 7b | April 3 | November 3 | April 17 – May 1 |
| Broken Arrow | 7b | April 1 | November 1 | April 15 – April 29 |
| Edmond | 7b | April 10 | October 28 | April 24 – May 8 |
| Lawton | 7b | March 26 | November 7 | April 9 – April 23 |
| Moore | 7b | March 31 | November 5 | April 14 – April 28 |
| Midwest City | 7b | April 2 | November 5 | April 16 – April 30 |
Okra in Oklahoma: FAQ
When can I plant okra in Oklahoma?
Across Oklahoma, the time to direct-sow okra spans roughly March 29 in Ardmore to May 2 in Guymon, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the okra planting date vary across Oklahoma?
Yes. Oklahoma publishes 45 cities with their own frost dates, so the right okra planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does okra take to grow in Oklahoma?
Okra takes about 55–65 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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