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When to Plant Oregano in Woodhaven, New York (11421)

Location

Woodhaven, New York

ZIP Code

11421

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Sunday, February 8, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Sunday, April 19, 2026

Pro Tip: Start Oregano seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date for best results.

🌿 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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Growing Oregano in Zone 7b

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a popular garden vegetable. In Woodhaven, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, February 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Plan to transplant your Oregano seedlings outdoors around Sunday, April 19, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.