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When to Plant Salsify in Benton County, WA

Salsify is a root vegetable with a subtle oyster-like flavor, earning it the nickname "oyster plant." It produces long, slender, cream-colored roots.

Benton County, Washington is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 3 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 207 days.

At an elevation of 2,633 feet, Benton County receives approximately 22.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Salsify during the growing season.

Benton County, WA (Zone 7b) Long season
207 days
Last Spring Frost April 3
207 growing days
First Fall Frost October 27

Benton County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Salsify Planting Timeline — Benton County, WA

Salsify Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Direct Sow March 20 Mar 20 – Apr 10
Harvest July 3 Jul 3 – Aug 14
Fall Sowing August 18 Aug 18 – Sep 1

Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

100–130 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

207 days in Benton County

Growing Tips for Benton County

Direct sow in spring in deeply worked, stone-free soil. Use fresh seed only as viability drops quickly. Harvest in late fall after frost for best flavor.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Salsify in Benton County, WA?

Benton County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 3. Plan your Salsify planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Benton County, WA?

Benton County, Washington is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 3 and first fall frost is October 27.

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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 Benton County, WA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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