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When to Plant Oregano in Bedminster, New Jersey (07921)

Location

Bedminster, New Jersey

ZIP Code

07921

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Friday, February 13, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Friday, April 24, 2026

Based on last frost Friday, April 10, 2026 · Zone 7a

Pro tip: Start Oregano seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Friday, April 24, 2026.

🌿 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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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Friday, February 13, 2026.

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Oregano

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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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Raised Bed Planting Guides

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 Bedminster, New Jersey? +

In Bedminster (Zone 7a), start Oregano seeds indoors around Friday, February 13, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Friday, April 24, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Bedminster, New Jersey? +

The average last spring frost date for Bedminster, New Jersey (ZIP 07921) is around Friday, April 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7a.

How long does Oregano take to grow? +

Oregano typically matures in about 80 days from transplanting. In Bedminster, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, April 24, 2026 plus 80 days.

Should I start Oregano indoors or direct sow in New Jersey? +

Oregano should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Bedminster, that means starting around Friday, February 13, 2026.

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Growing Oregano in Zone 7a

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bedminster, New Jersey, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should start seeds indoors around Friday, February 13, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Plan to transplant your Oregano seedlings outdoors around Friday, April 24, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.