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When to Plant Begonias in Bryan County, OK

Bryan County, Oklahoma Zone 8a July

This month in Bryan County, Oklahoma

Each item below is timed to Bryan County, Oklahoma's frost dates and soil temperatures. Skip nothing, stress about nothing.

Avg. last frost March 25
Avg. first frost November 11
Soil temp (4") 86°F
Watering Moderate
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.1 hrs
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Wax begonias (Begonia × semperflorens) are the workhorse shade bedding plant of American horticulture, offering continuous bloom from transplant to hard frost. Bronze or green-leaved varieties perform well from deep shade to full sun (in northern zones) and tolerate summer humidity better than most cool- season flowers. A staple of mass plantings, containers, and window boxes.

Bryan County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 231 days.

At an elevation of 928 feet, Bryan County receives approximately 22.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Begonias during the growing season.

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Bryan County, OK (Zone 8a) Long season
231 days
Last Spring Frost March 25
231 growing days
First Fall Frost November 11

Bryan County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Begonias Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (33 days to spare)
Start indoors: Dec 31 Transplant: Mar 4 🌸 Bloom: May 13 – Sep 30
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (28 days to spare)
Start indoors: Jan 14 Transplant: Mar 18 🌸 Bloom: May 27 – Oct 14
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (26 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 4 Transplant: Apr 8 🌸 Bloom: Jun 17 – Nov 4

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.

Soil Compatibility in Bryan County

How your county's soil matches Begonias's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (6.2–7.1) is more alkaline than Begonias prefers (5.5–6.5). Add sulfur or peat moss to lower pH.

Soil Texture

The loam soil in Bryan County is excellent for Begonias — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is moderate (3.7%). Annual compost additions will help Begonias.

How to Plant Begonias

8"
Between Plants
10"
Between Rows

Succession Planting Begonias

3
successive plantings in your 231-day season

Sow every 8 weeks. Last sowing by Aug 13 to harvest before frost.

Begonias Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.4″/week
You supply
0.7″/week
Watering frequency 2-3 times/week
Season total 1,467 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Monthly Watering Guide for Begonias

Begonias needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Begonias Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 1.6" 2.7" 🚿 Regular watering
Apr 4.3" 2.3" 2" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 2.6" 1.7" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.4" 1.9" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 1.5" 2.8" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 4.3" 0.8" 3.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Mar–Nov in Bryan County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Begonias Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Begonias needs ~1,400 GDD — county provides 4,042 GDD Excellent fit

Begonias Planting Timeline — Bryan County, OK

Begonias Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 14 Jan 14 – Jan 28
Transplant Outdoors March 18 Mar 18 – Apr 1
Bloom May 27 May 27 – Oct 14

· 8" apart · Rows 10" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · 2-3 times/week

📅 Days to Maturity

70–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–6.5 · Your soil: too_alkaline

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8a

📆 Growing Season

231 days in Bryan County

Growing Tips for Begonias in Bryan County

Direct sow Begonias outdoors after March 25 in Bryan County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

Bryan County receives only 22" of rain annually. Begonias needs consistent moisture — install drip irrigation or water deeply 2-3 times per week.

General growing tips

Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before last frost — seed is dust-fine; surface-sow on moist mix under lights, do not cover. Bottom heat (70–75°F) speeds germination. Transplant after frost; begonias are not direct-sown in practice. Pinch seedlings once for branching. Keep soil evenly moist; avoid waterlogged conditions. Bronze-leaf types tolerate more sun; green- leaf types prefer shade to part-sun.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Begonias in Bryan County, OK?

Bryan County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Begonias planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Bryan County, OK?

Bryan County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and first fall frost is November 11.

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

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