When to Plant Collard Greens in Lincoln County, OR
Collard greens are a heat-tolerant member of the cabbage family with large, sturdy leaves. They are a Southern staple and one of the most nutritious leafy greens.
Lincoln County, Oregon is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is April 19 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 195 days.
At an elevation of 267 feet, Lincoln County receives approximately 41.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 83°F, so choose short-season varieties of Collard Greens to ensure they mature before fall.
Lincoln County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.5-6.4
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
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
Collard Greens Planting Timeline — Lincoln County, OR
Collard Greens Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 19 | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Direct Sow | April 5 | Apr 5 – Apr 26 |
| Fall Sowing | August 22 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Harvest | June 14 | Jun 14 – Aug 16 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
55–75 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 8b
Growing Season
195 days
Growing Tips for Lincoln County
Start seeds indoors or direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost. Harvest lower leaves first, leaving the growing tip intact. Flavor improves after exposure to frost.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Collard Greens in Lincoln County, OR?
Lincoln County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of April 19. Plan your Collard Greens planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Lincoln County, OR?
Lincoln County, Oregon is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is April 19 and first fall frost is October 31.
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