When to Plant Daffodils in Oregon

Daffodils (Narcissus spp.) are among the most dependable and longest-lived of all spring bulbs. Their cheerful yellow and white blooms emerge in early spring, often while frost is still possible, bringing color weeks before most other flowers. Unlike tulips, established clumps naturalize readily — spreading and returning reliably year after year without replanting. Deer and rodents avoid them due to toxic alkaloids in the bulb and sap, making them a low-maintenance choice for naturalized areas, woodland edges, and mixed borders.

Oregon spans USDA hardiness zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Daffodils Planting Calendar for Oregon

▸ Zone 6a ~193 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: April 10 · First frost: October 20 · 193 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	August 4	Aug 4 – Aug 25
Fall Sowing	September 8	Sep 8 – Sep 22

▸ Zone 6b ~205 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: April 3 · First frost: October 25 · 205 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	August 9	Aug 9 – Aug 30
Fall Sowing	September 13	Sep 13 – Sep 27

▸ Zone 7a ~221 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: March 25 · First frost: November 1 · 221 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	August 30	Aug 30 – Sep 20
Fall Sowing	September 27	Sep 27 – Oct 11

▸ Zone 7b ~235 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: March 18 · First frost: November 8 · 235 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	September 6	Sep 6 – Sep 27
Fall Sowing	October 4	Oct 4 – Oct 18

▸ Zone 8a ~255 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: March 8 · First frost: November 18 · 255 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	September 23	Sep 23 – Oct 21
Fall Sowing	October 14	Oct 14 – Oct 28

▸ Zone 8b ~276 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: February 25 · First frost: November 28 · 276 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	October 10	Oct 10 – Nov 7
Fall Sowing	October 31	Oct 31 – Nov 14

▸ Zone 9a ~303 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: February 10 · First frost: December 10 · 303 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	October 29	Oct 29 – Nov 19
Fall Sowing	November 12	Nov 12 – Nov 26

▸ Zone 9b ~329 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: January 25 · First frost: December 20 · 329 day season

Activity	When	Date Range
Bloom	November 8	Nov 8 – Nov 29
Fall Sowing	November 22	Nov 22 – Dec 6

Growing Tips for Oregon

Plant bulbs pointed-end up in fall, 6–8 inches deep and 6–8 inches apart in well-drained soil. Allow 12–16 weeks of cold dormancy for proper vernalization. Do not cut back foliage until it turns yellow (6–8 weeks after bloom) — the dying leaves photosynthesize energy into the bulb for next year. Lift and divide overcrowded clumps every 4–5 years in summer after foliage dies back. In zones 7b–9b, select heat-tolerant cultivars (Jonquilla, Tazetta, and Cyclamineus divisions) that perform better with less chill than large-cupped types. Zones 10+: insufficient winter cold; pre-chilling is required but results inconsistent — not recommended for outdoor culture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Daffodils in Oregon?

Planting dates for Daffodils in Oregon depend on your USDA zone. Oregon spans zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Oregon for planting?

Oregon contains USDA hardiness zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

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