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When to Plant Rosemary in Comanche County, OK

Rosemary is an aromatic evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves and a piney, citrus flavor. It is a Mediterranean herb that thrives in warm, dry conditions.

Comanche County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is November 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 212 days.

At an elevation of 637 feet, Comanche County receives approximately 33.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94ยฐF, providing good warmth for Rosemary during the growing season.

Comanche County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
212 days
Last Spring Frost April 6
212 growing days
First Fall Frost November 4

Comanche County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.7-7.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: Apr 8 🍅 Harvest: Jul 1 – Nov 18
Recommended (50%) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: Apr 13 🍅 Harvest: Jul 6 – Nov 23
Safe Start (90%) ✗ May not fit
Transplant: Apr 23 🍅 Harvest: Jul 16 – Dec 3

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
Drought risk

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

Rosemary needs ~2,665 GDD — county provides 4,346 GDD Excellent fit

Rosemary Planting Timeline โ€” Comanche County, OK

Rosemary Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 13 Apr 13 โ€“ Apr 27
Harvest July 6 Jul 6 โ€“ Nov 23

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 Harvest
November Harvest
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

80โ€“180 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7.5

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

212 days

Growing Tips for Comanche County

Grow in well-drained soil and avoid overwatering. In cold climates, grow in containers and bring indoors for winter. Propagate from stem cuttings for faster results than seed.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Rosemary in Comanche County, OK?

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

What planting zone is Comanche County, OK?

Comanche County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is November 4.

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