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Ellis County, OK — Planting Guide

Ellis County is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 189 days.

At an elevation of 968 ft, Ellis County receives approximately 28.1 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 89°F with winter lows around 20°F. The predominant soil type is Loam.

🌡️ Zone

7a (0°F to 5°F min)

❄️ Last Frost

April 16

🍂 First Frost

October 22

📅 Growing Season

189 days

⛰️ Elevation

968 ft

🌧️ Annual Rainfall

28.1 in

Ellis County, OK Moderate season
189 days
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Last Spring Frost April 16
➔ 189 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost October 22

Ellis County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Zone 7a Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Apr 16 First Frost: Oct 22

Soil & Growing Conditions in Ellis County

Soil Type

Loam

Ideal for most crops — holds moisture and nutrients while draining well.

Watering Needs

With 28.1 inches annually, regular irrigation is essential. Drip systems and heavy mulching conserve water.

Season Tips

189-day frost-free season

Plenty of time for warm-season crops. Start heat-lovers indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost to maximise your harvest window.

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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Ellis County

112 vegetables that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Ellis County.

Show all 112 vegetables with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 23 – Aug 27 80–100
Amaranth Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Sep 17 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 30 — Sep 3 – Nov 12 120–180
Arugula Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 30 — — 730–1095
Beets — Apr 2 — Aug 13 May 28 – Jun 25 50–70
Belgian Endive Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Aug 6 – Oct 1 110–150
Bitter Melon Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 2 – Aug 13 60–90
Black Beans — Apr 23 — — Jul 23 – Sep 10 90–120
Bok Choy Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 28 – Jul 2 40–60
Broccoli Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 18 – Jul 30 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 28 – Jul 2 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 16 – Sep 10 90–130
Butternut Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Sep 3 85–110
Cabbage Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 18 – Aug 13 60–100
Calabash Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 23 – Sep 17 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 30 — Sep 3 – Oct 15 120–150
Carrots — Apr 2 — Aug 13 Jun 4 – Jul 9 60–80
Cauliflower Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 13 55–100
Celeriac Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 30 – Sep 3 100–120
Celery Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 9 – Sep 3 80–120
Celtuce Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 18 – Jul 30 60–90
Chard Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Jul 30 50–60
Chayote Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Sep 3 – Nov 12 120–180
Chickpeas Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 9 – Aug 20 80–110
Chicory Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 18 – Jul 30 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Jul 9 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 23 – Aug 27 80–100
Collard Greens Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 13 55–75
Corn — Apr 23 — — Jun 25 – Aug 20 60–100
Cowpeas — Apr 23 — — Jun 25 – Aug 6 60–90
Cress Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Apr 30 – May 21 14–21
Crookneck Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 18 – Jul 16 45–60
Crosne — Apr 2 — Aug 13 Sep 3 – Nov 5 150–200
Cucumber Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 20 50–70
Daikon — Apr 2 — Aug 13 May 28 – Jun 25 50–70
Delicata Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 23 – Aug 27 80–100
Edamame — Apr 23 — — Jul 9 – Aug 20 75–100
Eggplant Feb 12 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 9 – Sep 10 65–85
Endive Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 4 – Jul 9 45–65
Escarole Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Jul 9 50–70
Fava Beans Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 2 – Aug 13 75–100
Fennel Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 2 – Aug 13 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 10 Dec 10 – Apr 22 90–240
Green Beans — Apr 23 — — Jun 18 – Aug 13 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 30 — Sep 3 – Nov 12 120–180
Hot Peppers Feb 12 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 9 – Oct 15 70–120
Hubbard Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Aug 13 – Sep 17 100–120
Jicama Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Sep 3 – Nov 12 120–180
Kabocha Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Aug 27 85–100
Kai Lan Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 4 – Jul 2 45–60
Kale Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 6 50–70
Kidney Beans — Apr 23 — — Jul 23 – Aug 27 85–110
Kohlrabi Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 4 – Jul 9 45–65
Komatsuna Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jun 25 35–50
Leeks Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 16 – Oct 1 90–150
Lentils Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 9 – Aug 20 80–110
Lettuce Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 30 30–60
Lima Beans — Apr 23 — — Jun 25 – Aug 6 60–90
Loofah Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Aug 13 – Oct 15 100–150
Luffa Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Oct 15 90–150
Mache Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 28 – Jul 2 40–60
Malabar Spinach Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Jul 23 55–70
Melon Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 9 – Aug 27 70–100
Microgreens Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Apr 23 – May 21 7–21
Mitsuba Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jun 4 – Jul 30 50–70
Mizuna Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jun 18 30–45
Mustard Greens Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 30–50
Napa Cabbage Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Jul 16 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Jul 23 55–70
Okra Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 20 50–65
Onion Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 16 – Sep 3 90–120
Pac Choi Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 28 – Jun 25 40–55
Parsnip — Apr 2 — Aug 13 Jul 16 – Aug 27 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 18 – Jul 16 45–60
Peas Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 6 55–70
Peppers Feb 12 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 2 – Sep 10 60–90
Pole Beans Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 20 55–70
Potatoes Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 9 – Sep 17 70–120
Pumpkin Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Sep 17 85–120
Purslane Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 28 – Jul 2 40–60
Radicchio Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 18 – Jul 23 60–80
Radish — Apr 2 — Aug 13 Apr 30 – May 21 22–35
Rhubarb — — May 7 — — 365–730
Romanesco Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 2 – Aug 13 75–100
Rutabaga — Apr 2 — Aug 13 Jun 25 – Jul 30 80–100
Salsify — Apr 2 — Aug 13 Jul 16 – Aug 27 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 25 – Aug 20 70–110
Scallions Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Jul 9 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 2 – Aug 6 60–80
Shallot Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jul 16 – Sep 3 90–120
Shiso Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 20 50–70
Snap Peas Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 20 55–70
Snow Peas Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 6 50–65
Soybeans — Apr 23 — — Jul 16 – Sep 10 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Aug 27 85–100
Spinach Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 35–50
Squash (Summer) Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 18 – Aug 20 45–65
Squash (Winter) Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 23 – Sep 17 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 30 — Aug 20 – Oct 15 110–150
Sweet Corn — Apr 23 — — Jun 25 – Aug 6 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Sep 17 90–120
Tatsoi Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 21 – Jun 25 35–50
Tomatillo Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 2 – Sep 10 60–85
Tomatoes Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 2 – Sep 10 60–85
Turnip — Apr 2 — Aug 13 May 14 – Jun 18 40–60
Watercress Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 16 Aug 13 May 28 – Jul 2 40–60
Watermelon Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 9 – Aug 27 70–100
Wax Beans — Apr 23 — — Jun 18 – Aug 13 50–65
Winter Melon Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jul 30 – Sep 17 90–120
Yard Long Beans Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 6 55–80
Zucchini Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 18 – Aug 13 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Ellis County

31 fruits that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Ellis County.

Show all 31 fruits with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — May 7 — Aug 6 – Nov 19 90–180
Aronia — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — May 7 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — May 7 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — May 7 — Jul 16 – Aug 20 70–90
Che Fruit — — May 7 — — 1095–1825
Cranberries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Currants — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Elderberries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Figs — — May 7 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — May 7 — Jul 16 – Sep 10 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — May 7 — — 1095–1825
Haskaps — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Honeydew — — May 7 — Jul 30 – Sep 10 80–110
Jostaberry — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — May 7 — — 1095–1825
Lingonberries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Loquat — — May 7 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — May 7 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — May 7 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — May 7 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — May 7 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Quince — — May 7 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — May 7 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — May 7 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — May 7 — Aug 6 – Dec 17 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Ellis County

36 herbs that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Ellis County.

Show all 36 herbs with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 — 365–730
Anise Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jul 9 – Sep 24 90–120
Basil Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 27 50–75
Bee Balm — — Apr 23 — Jul 23 – Oct 8 90–120
Borage Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jun 4 – Jul 23 50–60
Caraway Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 — 365–450
Catnip — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Aug 27 60–80
Chamomile Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 20 60–90
Chervil Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 40–60
Chives — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Cilantro Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 40–60
Comfrey — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Cumin Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jul 23 – Sep 24 100–120
Dill Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 40–60
Epazote Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 18 – Aug 13 45–60
Fennel (herb) Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 20 60–90
Feverfew — — Apr 23 — Jul 23 – Oct 8 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Horehound — — Apr 23 — Jul 9 – Sep 3 75–90
Hyssop — — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Sep 3 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Aug 13 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Sep 3 70–90
Lovage — — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Sep 3 70–90
Marjoram — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Mint — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Oregano — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Parsley Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 13 60–80
Rosemary — — Apr 23 — Jul 16 – Dec 3 80–180
Rue — — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Sep 3 70–90
Sage — — Apr 23 — Jul 9 – Sep 3 75–90
Savory — — Apr 23 — Jun 18 – Aug 13 50–70
Sorrel Mar 12 Apr 2 Apr 9 Aug 13 May 21 – Jul 23 40–60
Tarragon — — Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Sep 3 60–90
Thai Basil Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 30 — Jun 25 – Aug 27 50–75
Thyme — — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Sep 3 70–90
Valerian — — Apr 23 — Aug 27 – Dec 3 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Ellis County

53 flowers that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Ellis County.

Show all 53 flowers with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Mar 5 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 11 – Oct 1 60–75
Alliums — — — Sep 17 Oct 15 – Nov 5 28–42
Anemones — — — Aug 27 Sep 10 – Oct 8 90–120
Astilbe Feb 12 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Aug 27 70–100
Bachelor's Button Mar 5 Mar 12 Apr 16 Aug 27 Jun 18 – Sep 17 60–90
Begonias Feb 5 — Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 15 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Feb 12 Apr 16 Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Nov 5 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Feb 12 — Apr 23 — Jun 11 – Jul 16 60–90
Calendula Mar 5 Mar 12 Apr 16 Aug 27 Jun 4 – Sep 17 50–70
California Poppy — Mar 19 — Aug 27 May 28 – Aug 6 60–90
Celosia Mar 19 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 18 – Oct 15 60–90
Columbine Feb 19 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jun 11 – Jul 16 70–100
Coreopsis Feb 12 Apr 16 Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Nov 5 60–80
Cosmos Mar 19 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 15 60–90
Crocus — — — Sep 17 Aug 13 – Sep 3 10–20
Daffodils — — — Sep 17 Aug 20 – Sep 10 20–40
Dahlias Mar 19 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Nov 5 70–120
Daylily Feb 12 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Nov 5 60–90
Dianthus Feb 19 Mar 12 Mar 26 — May 14 – Aug 13 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Feb 12 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jul 9 – Nov 5 70–90
Foxglove Feb 19 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jun 11 – Jul 16 80–120
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Feb 26 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Nov 19 70–100
Geraniums Feb 5 — Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 15 70–100
Gladiolus — Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 29 70–100
Hostas Feb 5 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Nov 5 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Sep 17 Sep 10 – Oct 1 14–28
Hydrangeas Feb 5 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Oct 22 90–150
Impatiens Feb 19 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Oct 22 60–75
Irises — Division Apr 23 — Jun 11 – Jul 16 60–100
Larkspur — Mar 19 — Aug 13 May 28 – Aug 6 60–90
Lavender Feb 12 — Apr 30 — Jul 9 – Sep 17 90–120
Lilies — Division Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Oct 22 70–120
Lobelia Feb 12 — Mar 26 — May 21 – Aug 13 70–80
Lupine Feb 19 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jun 11 – Jul 16 75–100
Marigolds Mar 5 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 11 – Sep 17 50–70
Nasturtium Mar 19 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 11 – Oct 15 55–65
Pansy Feb 5 — Apr 16 Aug 13 Jun 11 – Aug 20 70–90
Peonies — Division Apr 23 — Jun 18 – Jul 23 90–120
Petunia Feb 19 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Oct 22 70–90
Phlox Feb 12 Apr 23 Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Sep 24 80–110
Portulaca Mar 19 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 4 – Oct 1 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Aug 27 Sep 24 – Oct 22 90–120
Roses Feb 5 — Apr 23 — Jul 2 – Nov 5 90–180
Salvia Feb 19 — Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 15 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Feb 12 — Apr 23 — Aug 13 – Nov 5 60–90
Snapdragon Feb 5 Mar 19 Apr 16 Aug 27 Jun 25 – Sep 17 70–100
Sunflower Mar 26 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jul 9 – Oct 15 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Mar 5 Mar 19 Apr 16 Sep 10 May 28 – Aug 20 45–60
Sweet Pea — Mar 12 — Aug 27 May 21 – Aug 13 65–85
Tulips — — — Sep 17 Sep 3 – Sep 24 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Feb 5 — Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 15 70–90
Yarrow Feb 12 Apr 16 Apr 23 — Jun 25 – Nov 5 60–90
Zinnia Mar 19 Apr 16 Apr 16 — Jun 25 – Oct 15 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Ellis County

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Frequently Asked Questions

What planting zone is Ellis County, OK?

Ellis County is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. This zone classification determines which perennial plants survive winter and sets the baseline for frost timing across the county.

When is the last frost in Ellis County, OK?

Based on 30 years of NOAA weather station data, the median last spring frost in Ellis County falls around April 16. Plan transplants and direct-sow dates relative to this date.

When is the first fall frost in Ellis County, OK?

The median first fall frost in Ellis County arrives around October 22. Harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops — tomatoes, peppers, basil, squash — before this date.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates represent 50% probability averages; local conditions vary by elevation and microclimate. Last updated: July 2026.

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