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When to Plant Epazote in Queen Anne's County, MD

Epazote is a pungent Mexican herb traditionally cooked with black beans to reduce their gas-causing properties. It has a strong, unique flavor that is an acquired taste.

Queen Anne's County, Maryland is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 31 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 220 days.

At an elevation of 479 feet, Queen Anne's County receives approximately 49.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Epazote during the growing season.

Queen Anne's County, MD (Zone 7a) Long season
220 days
Last Spring Frost March 31
220 growing days
First Fall Frost November 6

Queen Anne's County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.3-7

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (100 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 6 Transplant: Apr 10 🍅 Harvest: May 29 – Jul 24
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (101 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 10 Transplant: Apr 14 🍅 Harvest: Jun 2 – Jul 28
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (101 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 23 Transplant: Apr 27 🍅 Harvest: Jun 15 – Aug 10

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
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
1.0″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Epazote needs ~1,037 GDD — county provides 4,345 GDD Excellent fit

Epazote Planting Timeline — Queen Anne's County, MD

Epazote Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 10 Feb 10 – Feb 24
Transplant Outdoors April 14 Apr 14 – Apr 28
Direct Sow April 7 Apr 7 – Apr 28
Harvest June 2 Jun 2 – Jul 28

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low — drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

45–60 days

Soil pH

6 – 8

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

220 days

Growing Tips for Queen Anne's County

Direct sow after last frost. Epazote grows easily and self-sows aggressively. Use sparingly in cooking as the flavor is very strong. Harvest leaves before flowering for best flavor.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Epazote in Queen Anne's County, MD?

Queen Anne's County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of March 31. Plan your Epazote planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Queen Anne's County, MD?

Queen Anne's County, Maryland is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 31 and first fall frost is November 6.

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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 Queen Anne's County, MD. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.