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When to Plant Hyssop in Canadian County, OK

Hyssop is a semi-evergreen perennial herb with intense blue flower spikes that attract bees and butterflies. It has a minty, slightly bitter flavor used in liqueurs and teas.

Canadian County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is November 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 210 days.

At an elevation of 532 feet, Canadian County receives approximately 21.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93ยฐF, providing good warmth for Hyssop during the growing season.

Canadian County, OK (Zone 7a) Long season
210 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
210 growing days
First Fall Frost November 2

Canadian County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (73 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 3 🍅 Harvest: Jun 12 – Aug 14
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (70 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 13 🍅 Harvest: Jun 22 – Aug 24
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (76 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 25 🍅 Harvest: Jul 4 – Sep 5

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
0.4″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 144 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Hyssop needs ~1,580 GDD — county provides 4,147 GDD Excellent fit

Hyssop Planting Timeline โ€” Canadian County, OK

Hyssop Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 13 Apr 13 โ€“ Apr 27
Harvest June 22 Jun 22 โ€“ Aug 24

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 Harvest
July Harvest
August Harvest
September โ€”
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

70โ€“90 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 8

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

210 days

Growing Tips for Canadian County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow in spring. Prune back in early spring to encourage bushy growth. Hyssop is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in poor soil.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Radish

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Hyssop in Canadian County, OK?

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

What planting zone is Canadian County, OK?

Canadian County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is November 2.

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