When to plant okra in Oregon
Oregon spans USDA zones 6b–9b, so the right time to plant okra shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 25 in Aloha to June 23 in Redmond — below are local dates for 69 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | 8b | February 25 | December 1 | March 11 – March 25 |
| Eugene | 8b | April 11 | October 23 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Salem | 8b | April 3 | November 1 | April 17 – May 1 |
| Gresham | 9a | March 16 | November 20 | March 30 – April 13 |
| Hillsboro | 8b | April 16 | October 23 | April 30 – May 14 |
| Bend | 6b | June 6 | September 20 | June 20 – July 4 |
| Beaverton | 9a | April 1 | November 6 | April 15 – April 29 |
| Medford | 8b | April 8 | October 29 | April 22 – May 6 |
Okra in Oregon: FAQ
When can I plant okra in Oregon?
Across Oregon, the time to direct-sow okra spans roughly February 25 in Aloha to June 23 in Redmond, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the okra planting date vary across Oregon?
Yes. Oregon publishes 69 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 Oregon?
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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