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When to Plant Rue in Pacific County, WA

Rue is a bitter, aromatic perennial herb with bluish-green foliage used historically in medicine and as a pest deterrent. Handle with care as its sap can cause skin irritation.

Pacific County, Washington is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is April 18 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.

At an elevation of 14 feet, Pacific County receives approximately 47.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Rue during the growing season.

Pacific County, WA (Zone 9a) Moderate season
194 days
Last Spring Frost April 18
194 growing days
First Fall Frost October 29

Pacific County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.6-6.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Rue

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

Month Rue Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 7.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.5" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 3.8" 0.5" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 2.8" 1.5" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 1.8" 2.5" 🚿 Regular watering
Jul 4.3" 0.9" 3.4" 🚿 Regular watering
Aug 4.3" 0.9" 3.4" 🚿 Regular watering
Sep 4.3" 1.7" 2.6" 🚿 Regular watering
Oct 4.3" 4.2" 0.1" 💧 Light watering
Nov 8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 6.7" 0" ❄️ Dormant

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

Rue Planting Timeline — Pacific County, WA

Rue Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 25 Apr 25 – May 9
Harvest July 4 Jul 4 – Sep 5

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Low — drought tolerant

📅 Days to Maturity

70–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 9a

📆 Growing Season

194 days in Pacific County

Growing Tips for Pacific County

Start seeds indoors or direct sow. Plant in well-drained soil. Wear gloves when handling as sap can cause phytophotodermatitis. Prune in early spring.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Basil
  • Sage

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Rue in Pacific County, WA?

Pacific County is in Zone 9a with an average last frost of April 18. Plan your Rue planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Pacific County, WA?

Pacific County, Washington is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is April 18 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 Pacific County, WA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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