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When to Plant Corn in Woods County, OK

Corn

Corn is a warm-season grass grown for its sweet ears, which are best eaten soon after harvest. It is wind-pollinated and must be planted in blocks for good kernel fill.

Woods County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 12 and the first fall frost is October 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 197 days.

At an elevation of 882 feet, Woods County receives approximately 23.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Corn during the growing season.

Woods County, OK (Zone 7a) Moderate season
197 days
Last Spring Frost April 12
197 growing days
First Fall Frost October 26

Woods County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Corn to Grow

1-2 ears
Average yield per plant
15
Plants per person
30 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 60 corn plants in about 120 sq ft. In Woods County's 197-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Corn Planting Timeline — Woods County, OK

Corn Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow April 19 Apr 19 – May 10
Harvest June 21 Jun 21 – Aug 16

Plant 1" deep · 12" apart · Rows 36" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

197 days in Woods County

Growing Tips for Woods County

Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows rather than single rows for proper pollination. Direct sow after soil reaches 60F. Side-dress with nitrogen when plants are knee-high.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes
  • Celery

Check more plant combinations with our Companion Planting Checker →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Corn in Woods County, OK?

Woods County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 12. Plan your Corn planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Woods County, OK?

Woods County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 12 and first fall frost is October 26.

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

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