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Molalla, OR — Planting Guide for June

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Clackamas County, Oregon Zone 9a June

Your June planting checklist for Clackamas County, Oregon

Welcome to June in Zone 9a. These are the moves that will have the biggest impact on your growing season.

Avg. last frost April 14
Avg. first frost October 28
Soil temp (4") 81°F
Watering High
Pest pressure High
Daylight 15.4 hrs
  1. Sow begonias, black-eyed susan, and bleeding hearts in trays indoors

    You're about 19 weeks out from your last frost — the perfect window to get these germinating indoors.

  2. Basket week: basil, carrots, and cucumber

    The more you pick, the more the plant produces. Letting fruit overripen tells the plant it's time to stop.

Coming up in July — start thinking about
  • First harvests: basil, cucumber, and green beans

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Molalla sits in a long, humid growing climate (Zone 9a, 197 frost-free days). The good news: an enormous planting window. The catch: heat and humidity bring serious pest and disease pressure — fungal disease on tomatoes, root-knot nematodes, squash vine borers, and a steady parade of insects from spring through fall. Plan two distinct growing seasons (spring and fall), give crops air circulation, and prioritize disease-resistant varieties.

Soils trend Silt Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.

Molalla averages 22.0 drought weeks per year (US Drought Monitor, 2000–present, trend worsening). Treat irrigation as a year-round system, not a summer add-on.

🌡️ USDA Zone

9a (20°F to 25°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

April 14

🍂 Avg. First Frost

October 28

📅 Growing Season

197 days

🌧️ Climate

Humid 43.1" annual

💨 Wind

Calm 4.9 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

22.0 wk/yr trend worsening

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Molalla, OR Moderate season
197 days
❄
Last Spring Frost April 14
➔ 197 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost October 28

Monthly Watering Calendar for Molalla

When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.

What this means for you: In Molalla, the watering question isn't "how often" — it's "is the soil moist 4 inches down?" Stick a finger in. Dry? Water. Damp? Wait. The 43" annual rainfall is just the starting context.

1"/wk 0" 2.1" 4.3" 6.4" 8.5" Jan 8.3" Feb 5.3" Mar 4.8" Apr 4" +1" May 3.3" +2.2" Jun 2.1" +3.5" Jul 0.8" +3.3" Aug 1" +2.1" Sep 2.2" Oct 4.7" Nov 8.2" Dec 8.5"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 8.3 in 16 days — None
Feb 5.3 in 17 days — Low
Mar 4.8 in 16 days — Low
Apr 4 in 13 days 0.3 in Low
May 3.3 in 9 days 1 in Moderate
Jun 2.1 in 7 days 2.2 in High
Jul 0.8 in 3 days 3.5 in Critical
Aug 1 in 2 days 3.3 in Critical
Sep 2.2 in 4 days 2.1 in High
Oct 4.7 in 11 days — Low
Nov 8.2 in 17 days — Low
Dec 8.5 in 16 days — None

Annual total: 53.2 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.

Molalla Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.7-6.3

Drainage

Well Drained

Frost Risk Probability

Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations

Too early frost risk Safe to Plant Apr 14 → Oct 28 197 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: May 7 Protect by: Nov 24

Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.

How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.

Planting Strategy Last Spring Frost First Fall Frost Frost-Free Days
Conservative (safest) May 7 Nov 24 201 days
Cautious Apr 22 Nov 8 200 days
Average year Apr 14 Oct 28 197 days
Optimistic Apr 4 Oct 18 197 days
Aggressive (risky) Mar 23 Oct 9 200 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±44 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.

Gardening Difficulty Score

72 Good
Frost Timing Risk
10.0/10
Drought Risk
3.5/10
Soil Difficulty
0.0/10
Altitude Challenge
0.0/10
Climate Shift
0.1/10
Rainfall Challenge
3.2/10

Clackamas County offers good growing conditions. A little planning around frost dates goes a long way.

Zone 9a Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Apr 14 First Frost: Oct 28

Local Gardening Help in Clackamas County

Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Clackamas County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Clackamas County Oregon State University Extension Extension Office

Phone: 541-737-2713

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Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.

Master Gardener Program

Free gardening help from trained volunteers

Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.

Find Master Gardeners in OR →

Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.

Soil Testing

Available through your extension office

Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.

Request a Soil Test →

Services Available in Clackamas County

Soil testing Pacific NW gardening Master Gardener program
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Clackamas County

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Clackamas County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.

How to Find Them

Search for "nurseries near Clackamas County OR" or "garden center Clackamas County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.

Community gardens & gardening groups

Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Clackamas County OR" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Clackamas County Gardeners" or "Oregon Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.

What to Plant After Your Harvest

After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.

After Spinach (harvest ends Jul 21) 99 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Kale (harvest ends Aug 4) 85 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Summer) (harvest ends Aug 11) 78 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Eggplant (harvest ends Sep 1) 57 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Tomatoes (harvest ends Sep 1) 57 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Onion (harvest ends Sep 1) 57 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
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After Green Beans (harvest ends Aug 4) 85 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Okra (harvest ends Aug 11) 78 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Lettuce (harvest ends Jul 28) 92 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d Green Beans 50-65d
After Carrots (harvest ends Jul 21) 99 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Peppers (harvest ends Sep 1) 57 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Sweet Potatoes (harvest ends Sep 8) 50 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d

Sunlight & Day Length in Molalla

Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.

Why this matters: Plants use day length as their seasonal clock. Some crops flower when days lengthen (most flowers), some when days shorten (chrysanthemums, soybeans). Molalla's curve is the timing layer beneath everything you grow.

Longest Day

15.4 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

8.6 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

10.9 hr/day peak (summer)

Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.

14hr 12hr 1h 5h 9h 13h 17h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) Peak sun hours (direct sunlight after cloud cover) ▪ Gold zone = long day (14+ hr) ▪ Blue zone = short day (<12 hr)

Onion tip: Your long summer days (14+ hours) support long-day onion varieties like Walla Walla, Sweet Spanish, and Ailsa Craig.

View detailed monthly data
MonthDaylight HoursPeak Sun HoursDay Length
January 8.9 hr 2.3 hr Short day
February 10.2 hr 3 hr Short day
March 11.6 hr 4 hr Short day
April 13.3 hr 5.8 hr Neutral
May 14.7 hr 7.2 hr Long day
June 15.4 hr 8.5 hr Long day
July 15.1 hr 10.9 hr Long day
August 13.9 hr 9.6 hr Neutral
September 12.3 hr 7.5 hr Neutral
October 10.7 hr 3.9 hr Short day
November 9.3 hr 2.4 hr Short day
December 8.6 hr 2 hr Short day

Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.

Soil Temperature & Composting in Molalla

Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.

Why this matters: Soil temperature is a leading indicator. A black plastic mulch can warm soil 5-10°F faster than bare ground — meaningful in Molalla's spring if you're trying to plant tomatoes earlier.

Plant Warm Crops When

Soil reaches 60°F+

Soil warm enough from Apr through Nov.

Best Month to Compost

May

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

9 months

Nearly year-round composting.

60°F 70°F 30° 48° 65° 83° 100° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
4" depth 8" depth - - - 60°F (corn, beans) - - - 70°F (tomatoes, peppers)
View detailed monthly data
MonthSoil 4" DeepSoil 8" DeepCompost ActivityTime to Finish
Jan 45°F 50°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Feb 44°F 51°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Mar 51°F 54°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Apr 62°F 61°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
May 73°F 68°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jun 81°F 78°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 88°F 83°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 90°F 85°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 86°F 81°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 74°F 75°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Nov 61°F 65°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Dec 50°F 55°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks

Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.

Pest & Disease Pressure in Molalla

Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.

The practical takeaway: High pest pressure means weekly inspection. Low pest pressure means monthly. The score tells you which routine to set up before you have a problem.

Insect Pest Pressure

7.3 / 10

High — expect multiple pest generations. Preventative measures essential.

Disease Risk

7.2 / 10

High fungal/bacterial risk. Space plants for airflow, water at soil level.

Seasonal Risk

Spring High
Summer High
Fall High
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak Months
Aphids High Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Squash vine borers High May, Jun, Jul
Stink bugs High Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Whiteflies High May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Spider mites High Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Fire ants Moderate Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Organic pest management tips
  • Install physical barriers: floating row covers, copper tape for slugs, mesh netting
  • Apply Bt (Bacillus thuringiensis) for caterpillar control — safe for beneficial insects
  • Use kaolin clay spray to deter a wide range of insects on fruiting crops
  • Release beneficial insects: ladybugs for aphids, parasitic wasps for caterpillars
  • Apply neem oil weekly during high-pressure months
  • Mulch heavily (3-4 inches) to reduce soil-borne disease splash

Cover Crops for Molalla

Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.

What this means for you: Cover crops do four things at once: fix nitrogen (legumes), suppress weeds (any), prevent erosion, and add organic matter when chopped down. Molalla's seasonal pattern determines which species fit which gap.

Spring Cover Crops (4 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Apr 27 Sep 2 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Cowpeas (southern peas) Apr 22 Sep 2 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer for warm climates, edible
Sorghum-sudan grass Apr 22 Aug 19 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Mar 15 Aug 26 ✓ Yes Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Sunflowers Apr 29 Sep 30 — Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Austrian winter peas Aug 23 Mar 31 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Sep 5 Mar 24 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Sep 3 Mar 24 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 8 Mar 31 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Oct 1 Mar 24 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Jul 21 Mar 24 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Jul 19 Mar 31 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Molalla

The practical takeaway: New gardeners under-plan for wind. Molalla averages 4.9 mph — fine for most days. But every region has its windy days, and the first time a row of unstaked peppers leans over after a storm is a lesson you only need once.

Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 13 mph   Summer: 9 mph

Fall: 9 mph   Winter: 14 mph

Prevailing wind: SW. Moderate wind — consider a temporary windbreak for young seedlings.

Windbreak Benefit

6.8/10

Moderately beneficial — a simple fence or trellis can protect delicate crops from wind stress.

Frost Pocket Risk

Moderate

Some terrain variation (638 ft range). Garden on slopes or higher ground if possible to avoid late-season frost pockets.

Rainwater Harvesting in Molalla

How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.

What this means for you: Building a rainwater system is mostly about doing the math: roof area × annual rainfall × 0.6 = gallons you could realistically capture. For Molalla, that's your 43" times your roof.

Annual Collection

26,514 gal

Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)

Recommended Setup

6 rain barrels (55 gal each)

For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,000 gal tank.

Legal Status

Unrestricted

Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.

Best Collection Months

Jan, Feb, Nov, Dec

Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.

Months to Draw From Storage

Jul

Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.

Rainwater collection tips for your area
  • Your county receives approximately 53.2 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 26,514 gallons annually
  • Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
  • Your area gets ample rainfall — even small barrels make a big difference
  • Consider a rain garden to handle overflow during heavy rainfall months

🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Molalla

114 vegetables matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Molalla.

Show all 114 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 14 – Aug 18 80–100
Amaranth Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Sep 8 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 28 — Sep 1 – Nov 10 120–180
Arugula Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 28 — — 730–1095
Beets — Mar 24 — Sep 2 May 19 – Jun 16 50–70
Belgian Endive Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Aug 4 – Sep 29 110–150
Bitter Melon Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Aug 4 60–90
Black Beans — Apr 21 — — Jul 21 – Sep 8 90–120
Bok Choy Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 30 40–60
Broccoli Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 16 – Jul 28 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 30 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 14 – Sep 8 90–130
Butternut Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Aug 25 85–110
Cabbage Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 16 – Aug 11 60–100
Calabash Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 14 – Sep 8 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 28 — Sep 1 – Oct 13 120–150
Carrots — Mar 24 — Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 30 60–80
Cauliflower Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 11 55–100
Celeriac Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 28 – Sep 1 100–120
Celery Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 7 – Sep 1 80–120
Celtuce Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 16 – Jul 28 60–90
Chard Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Jul 28 50–60
Chayote Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Aug 25 – Nov 3 120–180
Chickpeas Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 7 – Aug 18 80–110
Chicory Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 16 – Jul 28 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Jul 7 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 14 – Aug 18 80–100
Collard Greens Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 11 55–75
Corn — Apr 21 — — Jun 23 – Aug 18 60–100
Cowpeas — Apr 21 — — Jun 23 – Aug 4 60–90
Cress Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Apr 28 – May 19 14–21
Crookneck Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 9 – Jul 7 45–60
Crosne — Mar 24 — Sep 2 Aug 25 – Oct 27 150–200
Cucumber Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 11 50–70
Daikon — Mar 24 — Sep 2 May 19 – Jun 16 50–70
Delicata Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 14 – Aug 18 80–100
Edamame — Apr 21 — — Jul 7 – Aug 18 75–100
Eggplant Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Sep 1 65–85
Endive Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 2 – Jul 7 45–65
Escarole Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Jul 7 50–70
Fava Beans Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 30 – Aug 11 75–100
Fennel Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Aug 4 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 16 Dec 16 – Jun 2 90–240
Ginger Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Dec 22 – Feb 16 240–300
Green Beans — Apr 21 — — Jun 16 – Aug 11 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 28 — Sep 1 – Nov 10 120–180
Hot Peppers Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Oct 6 70–120
Hubbard Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Aug 4 – Sep 8 100–120
Jicama Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Aug 25 – Nov 3 120–180
Kabocha Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Aug 18 85–100
Kai Lan Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 2 – Jun 30 45–60
Kale Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 4 50–70
Kidney Beans — Apr 21 — — Jul 21 – Aug 25 85–110
Kohlrabi Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 2 – Jul 7 45–65
Komatsuna Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jun 23 35–50
Leeks Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 14 – Sep 29 90–150
Lentils Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 7 – Aug 18 80–110
Lettuce Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 28 30–60
Lima Beans — Apr 21 — — Jun 23 – Aug 4 60–90
Loofah Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Aug 4 – Oct 6 100–150
Luffa Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Oct 6 90–150
Mache Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 30 40–60
Malabar Spinach Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Jul 14 55–70
Melon Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Aug 18 70–100
Microgreens Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Apr 21 – May 19 7–21
Mitsuba Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jun 2 – Jul 28 50–70
Mizuna Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jun 16 30–45
Mustard Greens Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 30–50
Napa Cabbage Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Jul 14 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Jul 14 55–70
Okra Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 11 50–65
Onion Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 14 – Sep 1 90–120
Pac Choi Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 23 40–55
Parsnip — Mar 24 — Sep 2 Jul 7 – Aug 18 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 9 – Jul 7 45–60
Peas Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 4 55–70
Peppers Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Pole Beans Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 11 55–70
Potatoes Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Sep 8 70–120
Pumpkin Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Sep 8 85–120
Purslane Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 30 40–60
Radicchio Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 16 – Jul 21 60–80
Radish — Mar 24 — Sep 2 Apr 21 – May 12 22–35
Romanesco Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 30 – Aug 11 75–100
Rutabaga — Mar 24 — Sep 2 Jun 16 – Jul 21 80–100
Salsify — Mar 24 — Sep 2 Jul 7 – Aug 18 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 23 – Aug 18 70–110
Scallions Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Jul 7 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Jul 28 60–80
Shallot Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jul 14 – Sep 1 90–120
Shiso Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 11 50–70
Snap Peas Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 11 55–70
Snow Peas Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 4 50–65
Soybeans — Apr 21 — — Jul 14 – Sep 8 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Aug 18 85–100
Spinach Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 35–50
Squash (Summer) Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 9 – Aug 11 45–65
Squash (Winter) Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 14 – Sep 8 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 28 — Aug 18 – Oct 13 110–150
Sweet Corn — Apr 21 — — Jun 23 – Aug 4 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Sep 8 90–120
Tatsoi Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 19 – Jun 23 35–50
Tomatillo Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–85
Tomatoes Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–85
Turmeric Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Dec 22 – Feb 16 240–300
Turnip — Mar 24 — Sep 2 May 5 – Jun 9 40–60
Watercress Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 14 Sep 2 May 26 – Jun 30 40–60
Watermelon Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Aug 18 70–100
Wax Beans — Apr 21 — — Jun 16 – Aug 11 50–65
Winter Melon Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Sep 8 90–120
Yam Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Oct 20 – Feb 16 180–330
Yard Long Beans Mar 3 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Jul 28 55–80
Zucchini Mar 17 Apr 14 Apr 21 — Jun 9 – Aug 4 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Molalla

24 fruits matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Molalla.

Show all 24 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 28 — Jul 28 – Nov 10 90–180
Blackberries — — Apr 28 — — 365–730
Boysenberries — — Apr 28 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 28 — Jul 7 – Aug 11 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 28 — — 1095–1825
Dragon Fruit — — Apr 28 — — 365–730
Elderberries — — Apr 28 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 28 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 28 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 28 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 28 — Jul 7 – Sep 1 65–80
Guava — — Apr 28 — — 365–730
Honeydew — — Apr 28 — Jul 21 – Sep 1 80–110
Kiwi — — Apr 28 — — 1095–1825
Loquat — — Apr 28 — — 730–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 28 — — 730–1825
Passion Fruit — — Apr 28 — — 365–545
Pawpaw — — Apr 28 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 28 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 28 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 28 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 28 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 28 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 28 — Jul 28 – Feb 23 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Molalla

37 herbs matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Molalla.

Show all 37 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Anise Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jul 7 – Sep 22 90–120
Basil Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 18 50–75
Bee Balm — — Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Oct 6 90–120
Borage Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jun 2 – Jul 21 50–60
Caraway Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 — 365–450
Catnip — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Aug 25 60–80
Chamomile Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 18 60–90
Chervil Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 40–60
Chives — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Cilantro Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 40–60
Comfrey — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Cumin Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jul 21 – Sep 22 100–120
Dill Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 40–60
Epazote Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jun 9 – Aug 4 45–60
Fennel (herb) Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 18 60–90
Feverfew — — Apr 21 — Jul 21 – Oct 6 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Horehound — — Apr 21 — Jul 7 – Sep 1 75–90
Hyssop — — Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Sep 1 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Aug 11 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Sep 1 70–90
Lemon Verbena Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Lemongrass Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jul 7 – Oct 6 75–120
Marjoram — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Mint — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Oregano — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Parsley Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 Jun 9 – Aug 11 60–80
Rosemary — — Apr 21 — Jul 14 – Dec 1 80–180
Rue — — Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Sep 1 70–90
Sage — — Apr 21 — Jul 7 – Sep 1 75–90
Savory — — Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 11 50–70
Sorrel Mar 17 Mar 24 Apr 7 Sep 2 May 19 – Jul 21 40–60
Stevia Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Tarragon — — Apr 21 — Jun 23 – Sep 1 60–90
Thai Basil Mar 3 Apr 21 Apr 21 — Jun 16 – Aug 18 50–75
Thyme — — Apr 21 — Jun 30 – Sep 1 70–90
Valerian — — Apr 21 — Aug 25 – Dec 1 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Molalla

49 flowers matched to Zone 9a with planting dates calibrated for Molalla.

Show all 49 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Mar 3 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 26 – Nov 10 60–75
Alliums — — — Sep 30 Oct 28 – Nov 18 28–42
Anemones — — — Sep 2 Sep 9 – Oct 7 90–120
Bachelor's Button — Feb 17 Mar 17 Aug 19 May 12 – Sep 1 60–90
Begonias Feb 3 — Mar 24 — Jun 2 – Dec 1 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Oct 27 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Feb 17 — Mar 31 — May 19 – Jun 9 60–90
Calendula — Feb 17 Mar 17 Aug 5 Apr 28 – Sep 1 50–70
California Poppy — — — Aug 5 Oct 14 – Feb 17 60–90
Celosia Mar 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — Jun 2 – Dec 8 60–90
Columbine Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 19 – Jun 9 70–100
Coreopsis Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 26 – Oct 27 60–80
Cosmos Mar 17 Mar 17 Mar 17 — May 26 – Nov 10 60–90
Daffodils — — — Sep 30 Sep 16 – Oct 7 20–40
Dahlias — Apr 14 Apr 14 — Jun 23 – Dec 22 70–120
Daylily Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Nov 24 60–90
Dianthus Feb 17 Feb 17 Feb 17 — Apr 7 – Jun 9 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Oct 27 70–90
Foxglove Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 19 – Jun 9 80–120
Freesia — — — Sep 16 Sep 30 – Oct 28 84–112
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Mar 3 Mar 31 Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Dec 8 70–100
Geraniums Feb 3 — Mar 24 — Jun 2 – Dec 1 70–100
Gladiolus — Apr 14 Apr 14 — Jun 23 – Dec 22 70–100
Hostas Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Sep 29 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Sep 30 Sep 30 – Oct 21 14–28
Hydrangeas Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Sep 29 90–150
Impatiens Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Nov 24 60–75
Irises — Division Mar 31 — May 19 – Jun 23 60–100
Larkspur — — — Aug 19 Oct 28 – Feb 17 60–90
Lavender Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Sep 15 90–120
Lilies — Division Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Sep 15 70–120
Lobelia Feb 17 — Feb 17 — Apr 14 – May 12 70–80
Marigolds Mar 10 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 26 – Oct 27 50–70
Nasturtium Mar 17 Mar 24 Mar 24 — May 19 – Nov 17 55–65
Pansy Feb 3 — Mar 17 Aug 5 May 5 – Aug 4 70–90
Petunia Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Nov 10 70–90
Phlox Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Aug 4 80–110
Portulaca Mar 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 19 – Nov 24 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Sep 2 Sep 16 – Oct 14 90–120
Roses Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jun 9 – Nov 24 90–180
Salvia Feb 17 — Mar 24 — Jun 2 – Nov 17 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Feb 17 — Mar 31 — Jul 21 – Sep 29 60–90
Snapdragon — Feb 17 Mar 17 Aug 5 May 19 – Sep 15 70–100
Sunflower Mar 24 Mar 24 Mar 24 — Jun 16 – Nov 17 70–100
Sweet Alyssum — Feb 17 Mar 17 Aug 19 Apr 21 – Aug 4 45–60
Sweet Pea — — — Aug 19 Oct 28 – Dec 23 65–85
Vinca (Annual) Feb 3 — Mar 24 — Jun 2 – Dec 1 70–90
Yarrow Feb 17 Mar 31 Mar 31 — May 26 – Oct 13 60–90
Zinnia Mar 17 Mar 24 Mar 24 — Jun 2 – Nov 17 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Molalla

ZIP Codes in Molalla

Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):