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When to Plant Okra in Union County, OR

Okra

Okra is a heat-loving tropical plant that produces edible seed pods. It thrives in hot summers and produces beautiful hibiscus-like flowers before setting pods.

Union County, Oregon is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and the first fall frost is September 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 137 days.

At an elevation of 2,751 feet, Union County receives approximately 23.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Okra during the growing season.

Union County, OR (Zone 6b) Short season
137 days
Last Spring Frost May 12
137 growing days
First Fall Frost September 26

Union County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.2-6.6

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Okra to Grow

2-3 lbs
Average yield per plant
4
Plants per person
8 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 16 okra plants in about 32 sq ft. In Union County's 137-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Monthly Watering Guide for Okra

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

Month Okra Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 2.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 2.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 2.3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 1.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
May 4.3" 1.5" 2.8" 🚿 Regular watering
Jun 4.3" 0.9" 3.4" 🚿 Regular watering
Jul 4.3" 0.4" 3.9" 🚿 Regular watering
Aug 4.3" 0.5" 3.8" 🚿 Regular watering
Sep 4.3" 1" 3.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Nov 3.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 4.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant

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

Okra Planting Timeline — Union County, OR

Okra Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 17 Mar 17 – Mar 31
Transplant Outdoors May 26 May 26 – Jun 9
Direct Sow May 19 May 19 – Jun 9
Harvest July 21 Jul 21 – Sep 15

Plant 1" deep · 30" apart · Rows 42" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

50–65 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

137 days in Union County

Growing Tips for Union County

Direct sow after soil reaches 65F. Soak seeds overnight to improve germination. Harvest pods when 2-4 inches long and still tender; they become tough if left too long.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Okra in Union County, OR?

Union County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of May 12. Plan your Okra planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Union County, OR?

Union County, Oregon is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is May 12 and first fall frost is September 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 Union County, OR. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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