When to Plant Pac Choi in Cherokee County, OK
Pac choi (baby bok choy) is a compact variety of Chinese cabbage with tender leaves and crisp stems. It grows quickly and is ideal for containers and small spaces.
Cherokee County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. 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 467 feet, Cherokee County receives approximately 34.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Pac Choi during the growing season.
Cherokee County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Pac Choi Planting Timeline — Cherokee County, OK
Pac Choi Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 6 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Direct Sow | March 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 13 |
| Harvest | May 18 | May 18 – Jun 15 |
| Fall Sowing | August 20 | Aug 20 – Sep 3 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | — |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
High — keep soil consistently moist
📅 Days to Maturity
40–55 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7b
📆 Growing Season
206 days in Cherokee County
Growing Tips for Cherokee County
Direct sow in spring or fall. Grows best in cool weather. Space 6 inches apart for baby pac choi. Harvest whole plants or cut outer leaves as needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Pac Choi in Cherokee County, OK?
Cherokee County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Pac Choi planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Cherokee County, OK?
Cherokee County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is October 29.
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