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When to Plant Hyssop in Coryell County, TX

Hyssop is a semi-evergreen perennial herb with intense blue flower spikes that attract bees and butterflies. It has a minty, slightly bitter flavor used in liqueurs and teas.

Coryell County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 16 and the first fall frost is November 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 244 days.

At an elevation of 3,488 feet, Coryell County receives approximately 65 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Hyssop during the growing season. Clay soil retains moisture well for Hyssop, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Hyssop root diseases.

Coryell County, TX (Zone 8b) Long season
244 days
Last Spring Frost March 16
244 growing days
First Fall Frost November 15

Coryell County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Hyssop Planting Timeline — Coryell County, TX

Hyssop Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors March 23 Mar 23 – Apr 6
Harvest June 1 Jun 1 – Aug 3

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Low — drought tolerant

📅 Days to Maturity

70–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–8 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8b

📆 Growing Season

244 days in Coryell County

Growing Tips for Coryell County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow in spring. Prune back in early spring to encourage bushy growth. Hyssop is drought-tolerant once established and thrives in poor soil.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Hyssop in Coryell County, TX?

Coryell County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 16. Plan your Hyssop planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Coryell County, TX?

Coryell County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 16 and first fall frost is November 15.

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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 Coryell County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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