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When to Plant Passion Fruit in Curry County, OR

Passion fruit is a tropical vine producing exotic, aromatic fruits with a tart, intensely flavored pulp full of edible seeds. The flowers are spectacularly ornamental.

Curry County, Oregon is in USDA Zone 9b. The average last spring frost is March 21 and the first fall frost is November 21, giving you a growing season of approximately 245 days.

At an elevation of 295 feet, Curry County receives approximately 53.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 92°F, providing good warmth for Passion Fruit during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Passion Fruit root diseases.

Curry County, OR (Zone 9b) Long season
245 days
Last Spring Frost March 21
245 growing days
First Fall Frost November 21

Curry County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Passion Fruit Planting Timeline — Curry County, OR

Passion Fruit Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 4 Apr 4 – Apr 18

· 72" apart · Rows 96" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

365–545 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 9b

📆 Growing Season

245 days in Curry County

Growing Tips for Curry County

Provide a strong trellis or fence. Fruits are ripe when they fall to the ground or the skin wrinkles. In marginal zones, grow in containers and protect from frost.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Passion Fruit in Curry County, OR?

Curry County is in Zone 9b with an average last frost of March 21. Plan your Passion Fruit planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Curry County, OR?

Curry County, Oregon is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b. The average last spring frost is March 21 and first fall frost is November 21.

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

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