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When to Plant Salvia in Coos County, OR

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Avg. last frost March 22
Avg. first frost November 19
Soil temp (4") 81°F
Watering High
Pest pressure High
Daylight 15.2 hrs
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Salvia splendens is a tender perennial from Brazil grown as a warm-season annual throughout the US. Its vivid, upright flower spikes in brilliant red, purple, and coral are irresistible to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. One of the longest-blooming annuals in the landscape — plants bloom from early summer until hard frost with minimal deadheading required.

Coos County, Oregon is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is March 22 and the first fall frost is November 19, giving you a growing season of approximately 242 days.

At an elevation of 96 feet, Coos County receives approximately 38.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Salvia during the growing season.

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Coos County, OR (Zone 9a) Long season
242 days
Last Spring Frost March 22
242 growing days
First Fall Frost November 19

Coos County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.4-6.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Salvia Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (22 days to spare)
Start indoors: Jan 10 Transplant: Feb 14 🌸 Bloom: Apr 25 – Oct 10
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (25 days to spare)
Start indoors: Jan 25 Transplant: Mar 1 🌸 Bloom: May 10 – Oct 25
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (20 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 25 Transplant: Apr 1 🌸 Bloom: Jun 10 – Nov 25

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Soil Compatibility in Coos County

How your county's soil matches Salvia's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (5.4–6.8) overlaps with Salvia's range (5.5–7.0), though not a perfect match.

Soil Texture

The silt loam soil in Coos County is excellent for Salvia — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is excellent (5.7%) — Salvia will thrive.

How to Plant Salvia

12"
Between Plants
18"
Between Rows

Succession Planting Salvia

4
successive plantings in your 242-day season

Sow every 8 weeks. Last sowing by Aug 21 to harvest before frost.

Salvia Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.7″/week
You supply
0.3″/week
Watering frequency 1-2 times/week
Season total 703 gal / 100 sq ft

Monthly Watering Guide for Salvia

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

Month Salvia Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 5.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 4.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 4.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Apr 4.3" 3.1" 1.2" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 2.3" 2" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 1.6" 2.7" 🚿 Regular watering
Jul 4.3" 0.6" 3.7" 🚿 Regular watering
Aug 4.3" 0.8" 3.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Sep 4.3" 1.4" 2.9" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.3" 5.9" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Dec 5.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant

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

Salvia Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Salvia needs ~1,340 GDD — county provides 4,053 GDD Excellent fit

Salvia Planting Timeline — Coos County, OR

Salvia Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 25 Jan 25 – Feb 8
Transplant Outdoors March 1 Mar 1 – Mar 15
Bloom May 10 May 10 – Oct 25

· 12" apart · Rows 18" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · 1-2 times/week

📅 Days to Maturity

70–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: acceptable

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 9a

📆 Growing Season

242 days in Coos County

Growing Tips for Salvia in Coos County

Direct sow Salvia outdoors after March 22 in Coos County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

General growing tips

Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost; seeds need 65-70°F soil and light to germinate (surface-sow, do not cover). Transplant after last frost when soil has warmed. Salvia is frost-sensitive — even a light frost kills plants. Pinch spent spikes to encourage continued bloom. Tolerates heat and humidity well once established. In zones 9b-11b can be grown as a short-lived perennial.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Salvia in Coos County, OR?

Coos County is in Zone 9a with an average last frost of March 22. Plan your Salvia planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Coos County, OR?

Coos County, Oregon is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is March 22 and first fall frost is November 19.

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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 Coos County, OR. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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