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When to Plant Anise in Beckham County, OK

Anise is an annual herb grown for its licorice-flavored seeds and leaves. The seeds are used in baking, liqueurs, and traditional medicine worldwide.

Beckham County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 5 and the first fall frost is November 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 212 days.

At an elevation of 871 feet, Beckham County receives approximately 30 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Anise during the growing season.

Beckham County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
212 days
Last Spring Frost April 5
212 growing days
First Fall Frost November 3

Beckham County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Anise Planting Timeline — Beckham County, OK

Anise Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 1 Mar 1 – Mar 15
Transplant Outdoors March 29 Mar 29 – Apr 12
Direct Sow March 22 Mar 22 – Apr 12
Harvest June 28 Jun 28 – Sep 13
Fall Sowing August 25 Aug 25 – Sep 8

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

90–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

212 days in Beckham County

Growing Tips for Beckham County

Direct sow after last frost as anise has a taproot. Harvest seeds when they turn brown. Plants may need staking. The feathery leaves are also edible with a mild anise flavor.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Anise in Beckham County, OK?

Beckham County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 5. Plan your Anise planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Beckham County, OK?

Beckham County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 5 and first fall frost is November 3.

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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 Beckham County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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