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When to Plant Sweet Corn in Union County, OR

Sweet corn is bred for high sugar content in its kernels, which convert to starch rapidly after harvest. Modern supersweet varieties hold their sweetness longer.

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 Sweet Corn 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
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Union County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.2-6.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Sweet Corn

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

Month Sweet Corn 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.

Sweet Corn Planting Timeline — Union County, OR

Sweet Corn Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow May 19 May 19 – Jun 9
Harvest July 21 Jul 21 – Sep 1

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

137 days in Union County

Growing Tips for Union County

Plant in blocks of at least 4 rows for wind pollination. Direct sow after soil is warm. Isolate supersweet varieties from other corn types to prevent cross-pollination.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Sweet Corn in Union County, OR?

Union County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of May 12. Plan your Sweet Corn 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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