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When to Plant Feverfew in Creek County, OK

Feverfew is a bushy perennial herb with small daisy-like flowers and aromatic leaves. It has been used traditionally for headache relief and is a cheerful garden plant.

Creek County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 206 days.

At an elevation of 663 feet, Creek County receives approximately 34.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 92ยฐF, providing good warmth for Feverfew during the growing season.

Creek County, OK (Zone 7a) Long season
206 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
206 growing days
First Fall Frost October 29

Creek County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.4-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (35 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 3 🍅 Harvest: Jul 3 – Sep 18
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (31 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 13 🍅 Harvest: Jul 13 – Sep 28
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (43 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 25 🍅 Harvest: Jul 25 – Oct 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
0.7″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Feverfew needs ~1,995 GDD — county provides 3,914 GDD Excellent fit

Feverfew Planting Timeline โ€” Creek County, OK

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 13 Apr 13 โ€“ Apr 27
Harvest July 13 Jul 13 โ€“ Sep 28

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Transplant Outdoors
May โ€”
June โ€”
July Harvest
August Harvest
September Harvest
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

206 days

Growing Tips for Creek County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow on the soil surface. Deadhead regularly to prevent aggressive self-seeding. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Level Up Your Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Creek County, OK?

Creek County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Creek County, OK?

Creek County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 29.

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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 Creek County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.