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When to Plant Cauliflower in Harmon County, OK

Cauliflower is a cool-season brassica that produces dense white, purple, or green heads called curds. It is more finicky than broccoli but rewards with a mild, nutty flavor.

Harmon County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and the first fall frost is November 5, giving you a growing season of approximately 219 days.

At an elevation of 993 feet, Harmon County receives approximately 34.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Cauliflower during the growing season.

Harmon County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
219 days
Last Spring Frost March 31
219 growing days
First Fall Frost November 5

Harmon County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.5-7.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (100 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 16 Transplant: Mar 23 🍅 Harvest: May 18 – Jul 20
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (100 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 24 Transplant: Mar 31 🍅 Harvest: May 26 – Jul 28
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (100 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 11 Transplant: Apr 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 10 – Aug 12

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.7″/week
You supply
1.0″/week
Watering frequency 2-3 times/week
Season total 1,965 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 8/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Cauliflower needs ~1,414 GDD — county provides 3,996 GDD Excellent fit

Cauliflower Planting Timeline โ€” Harmon County, OK

Cauliflower Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 24 Feb 24 โ€“ Mar 10
Transplant Outdoors March 31 Mar 31 โ€“ Apr 14
Direct Sow March 17 Mar 17 โ€“ Apr 7
Fall Sowing August 27 Aug 27 โ€“ Sep 10
Harvest May 26 May 26 โ€“ Jul 28

Plant 1" deep ยท 15" apart ยท Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February Start Indoors
March Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

High โ€” keep soil consistently moist

Days to Maturity

55โ€“100 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

219 days

Growing Tips for Harmon County

Start seeds indoors 6 weeks before transplanting. Blanch white varieties by tying outer leaves over the head. Provide consistent moisture and avoid temperature extremes.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes
  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cauliflower in Harmon County, OK?

Harmon County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 31. Plan your Cauliflower planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Harmon County, OK?

Harmon County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 31 and first fall frost is November 5.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Harmon County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.