When to Plant Oregano in Cumberland Center, Maine (04021)

Location

Cumberland Center, Maine

ZIP Code

04021

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Saturday, May 9, 2026

Based on last frost Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Zone 5b

Pro tip: Start Oregano seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Saturday, May 9, 2026.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Origanum vulgare

Days to Maturity 80 days

Mature Height 12-24"

Spread 18"

Type Spreading

Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6+ hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.125" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Let flower clusters dry fully on the plant — tiny seeds form in dried calyxes.

Processing

Strip dried clusters, rub between fingers over a bowl, winnow lightly to remove chaff.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Greek oregano from seed may vary in flavor intensity. Propagate by cuttings for culinary consistency.

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A 4×8 bed fits 32 plants of Oregano. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Oregano in Cumberland Center, Maine? +

In Cumberland Center (Zone 5b), start Oregano seeds indoors around Saturday, February 28, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Saturday, May 9, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Cumberland Center, Maine? +

The average last spring frost date for Cumberland Center, Maine (ZIP 04021) is around Saturday, April 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 5b.

How long does Oregano take to grow? +

Oregano typically matures in about 80 days from transplanting. In Cumberland Center, that means you can expect harvest around Saturday, May 9, 2026 plus 80 days.

Should I start Oregano indoors or direct sow in Maine? +

Oregano should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Cumberland Center, that means starting around Saturday, February 28, 2026.

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Growing Oregano in Zone 5b

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cumberland Center, Maine, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should start seeds indoors around Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Plan to transplant your Oregano seedlings outdoors around Saturday, May 9, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.