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When to Plant Microgreens in Cowlitz County, WA

Microgreens are young seedlings of vegetables and herbs harvested at the cotyledon or first true leaf stage. They pack concentrated flavors and nutrients in a tiny package.

Cowlitz County, Washington is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 197 days.

At an elevation of 268 feet, Cowlitz County receives approximately 47.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Microgreens during the growing season.

Cowlitz County, WA (Zone 8b) Moderate season
197 days
Last Spring Frost April 15
197 growing days
First Fall Frost October 29

Cowlitz County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.7-6.5

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Microgreens

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

Month Microgreens Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 7.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 4.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 5.1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 2.9" 1.4" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 2" 2.3" 🚿 Regular watering
Jul 4.3" 0.8" 3.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Aug 4.3" 0.9" 3.4" 🚿 Regular watering
Sep 4.3" 1.6" 2.7" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 4.3" 3.4" 0.9" 💧 Light watering
Nov 7.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 7.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

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

Microgreens Planting Timeline — Cowlitz County, WA

Microgreens Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 11 Mar 11 – Mar 25
Transplant Outdoors April 15 Apr 15 – Apr 29
Direct Sow April 1 Apr 1 – Apr 22
Harvest April 22 Apr 22 – May 20
Fall Sowing August 20 Aug 20 – Sep 3

Plant 0.5" deep · 2" apart · Rows 6" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

7–21 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8b

📆 Growing Season

197 days in Cowlitz County

Growing Tips for Cowlitz County

Sow seeds densely on shallow trays of moist growing medium. Cover until germination, then provide light. Harvest with scissors when 1-3 inches tall. Grow year-round indoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Microgreens in Cowlitz County, WA?

Cowlitz County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Microgreens planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Cowlitz County, WA?

Cowlitz County, Washington is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 29.

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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 Cowlitz County, WA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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