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When to Plant Arugula in Jefferson County, OK

Arugula is a fast-growing cool-season green with a peppery, nutty flavor. It is excellent in salads and can be harvested as baby greens or mature leaves.

Jefferson County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 26 and the first fall frost is November 9, giving you a growing season of approximately 228 days.

At an elevation of 883 feet, Jefferson County receives approximately 24.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Arugula during the growing season.

Jefferson County, OK (Zone 8a) Long season
228 days
Last Spring Frost March 26
228 growing days
First Fall Frost November 9

Jefferson County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.6-7.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Arugula

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

Month Arugula Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 0.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 1.7" 2.6" 🚿 Regular watering
Apr 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 3.2" 1.1" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3.2" 1.1" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.1" 2.2" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 4.3" 1.6" 2.7" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 4.3" 0.8" 3.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Dec 0.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

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

Arugula Planting Timeline — Jefferson County, OK

Arugula Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 19 Feb 19 – Mar 5
Transplant Outdoors March 26 Mar 26 – Apr 9
Direct Sow March 12 Mar 12 – Apr 2
Harvest April 30 Apr 30 – Jul 2
Fall Sowing August 31 Aug 31 – Sep 14

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

30–50 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8a

📆 Growing Season

228 days in Jefferson County

Growing Tips for Jefferson County

Sow seeds directly every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvest. Provide afternoon shade in warm weather to prevent bolting. Harvest outer leaves first to extend production.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Arugula in Jefferson County, OK?

Jefferson County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 26. Plan your Arugula planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Jefferson County, OK?

Jefferson County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 26 and first fall frost is November 9.

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

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