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When to Plant Oregano in Kalskag, Alaska (99607)

Location

Kalskag, Alaska

ZIP Code

99607

USDA Zone

3b

Last Frost

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Zone 3b

Pro tip: Start Oregano seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 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 Wednesday, March 25, 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 Kalskag, Alaska? +

In Kalskag (Zone 3b), start Oregano seeds indoors around Wednesday, March 25, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Kalskag, Alaska? +

The average last spring frost date for Kalskag, Alaska (ZIP 99607) is around Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 3b.

How long does Oregano take to grow? +

Oregano typically matures in about 80 days from transplanting. In Kalskag, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, June 3, 2026 plus 80 days.

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

Oregano should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Kalskag, that means starting around Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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Growing Oregano in Zone 3b

Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a popular garden vegetable. In Kalskag, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Plan to transplant your Oregano seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.