When to Plant Okra in Presque Isle, Maine (04769)
Location
Presque Isle, Maine
ZIP Code
04769
USDA Zone
4a
Last Frost
Friday, May 15, 2026
📅 Planting Calendar
Start Seeds Indoors Friday, March 20, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Friday, May 29, 2026
Pro Tip: Start Okra seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date for best results.
🌿 Plant Details
Scientific Name Abelmoschus esculentus
Days to Maturity 91 days
☀️ Growing Requirements
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Sun
Full Sun
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Water
Regular
Seeds typically germinate in 8-21 days
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Growing Okra in Zone 4a
Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Presque Isle, Maine, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a, you should start seeds indoors around Friday, March 20, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, May 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Okra seedlings outdoors around Friday, May 29, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.