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When to Plant Yarrow in Nowata County, OK

Yarrow is a drought-tolerant perennial herb with feathery foliage and flat-topped flower clusters in white, yellow, pink, or red. It attracts beneficial insects and is used in herbal medicine.

Nowata County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 7 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 201 days.

At an elevation of 839 feet, Nowata County receives approximately 25.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94ยฐF, providing good warmth for Yarrow during the growing season.

Nowata County, OK (Zone 7a) Long season
201 days
Last Spring Frost April 7
201 growing days
First Fall Frost October 25

Nowata County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (30 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 5 🍅 Harvest: Jul 5 – Sep 20
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (26 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 14 🍅 Harvest: Jul 14 – Sep 29
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (30 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 28 🍅 Harvest: Jul 28 – Oct 13

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.5″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Yarrow needs ~2,152 GDD — county provides 4,120 GDD Excellent fit

Yarrow Planting Timeline โ€” Nowata County, OK

Yarrow Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 14 Apr 14 โ€“ Apr 28
Harvest July 14 Jul 14 โ€“ Sep 29

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

Soil pH

5.5 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

201 days

Growing Tips for Nowata County

Direct sow or start from divisions. Yarrow thrives in poor soil and is very drought-tolerant. Deadhead to encourage reblooming. Divide clumps every 3 years.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Yarrow in Nowata County, OK?

Nowata County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 7. Plan your Yarrow planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Nowata County, OK?

Nowata County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 7 and first fall frost is October 25.

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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 Nowata County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.