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 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
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| 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.
Your Curry County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Curry County (Zone 9b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.