When to Plant Currants in Ottawa County, OK
Currants are small, tart berries that grow on attractive shrubs in red, white, and black varieties. They are prized for jams, jellies, and liqueurs.
Ottawa County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 9 and the first fall frost is October 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 200 days.
At an elevation of 716 feet, Ottawa County receives approximately 29.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Currants during the growing season.
Ottawa County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Currants Planting Timeline — Ottawa County, OK
Currants Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | April 30 | Apr 30 – May 14 |
· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Transplant Outdoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
730–1095 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–6.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
200 days in Ottawa County
Growing Tips for Ottawa County
Plant in a sheltered location with morning sun. Prune out wood older than 3 years to encourage new fruiting wood. Mulch heavily to keep roots cool and moist.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Currants in Ottawa County, OK?
Ottawa County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 9. Plan your Currants planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Ottawa County, OK?
Ottawa County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 9 and first fall frost is October 26.
Your Ottawa County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Ottawa County (Zone 7a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.