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When to Plant Watermelon in Garfield County, OK

Watermelon

Watermelon is a sprawling vine crop that produces sweet, juicy fruits in hot weather. Varieties range from personal-sized icebox types to 50-pound giants.

Garfield County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 8 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 203 days.

At an elevation of 935 feet, Garfield County receives approximately 26.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Watermelon during the growing season.

Garfield County, OK (Zone 7a) Long season
203 days
Last Spring Frost April 8
203 growing days
First Fall Frost October 28

Garfield County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.8

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Watermelon to Grow

15-20 lbs
Average yield per plant
1
Plants per person
2 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 4 watermelon plants in about 8 sq ft. In Garfield County's 203-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Monthly Watering Guide for Watermelon

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

Month Watermelon Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 1.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 4.2" 0.1" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.7" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.1" 2.2" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 4.3" 1.8" 2.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 0.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

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

Watermelon Planting Timeline — Garfield County, OK

Watermelon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 11 Mar 11 – Mar 25
Transplant Outdoors April 22 Apr 22 – May 6
Direct Sow April 15 Apr 15 – May 6
Harvest July 1 Jul 1 – Aug 19

Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

70–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

203 days in Garfield County

Growing Tips for Garfield County

Start seeds indoors 3-4 weeks early or direct sow after soil is warm. Plant on mounds with plenty of space. Check ripeness by looking for a yellow ground spot and dull thump when tapped.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Potatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Watermelon in Garfield County, OK?

Garfield County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 8. Plan your Watermelon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Garfield County, OK?

Garfield County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 8 and first fall frost is October 28.

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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 Garfield County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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