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Can You Grow Bay Laurel in Oklahoma?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Grow in a large pot and bring indoors before temperatures drop below 20°F (-7°C).
Plant zones
Oklahoma last frost
Oklahoma first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Bay Laurels in Oklahoma
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Oklahoma's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Bay Laurel
Bay laurel is the source of the bay leaf in every spice rack — a slow-growing Mediterranean shrub that can be kept compact in a container. The fresh leaves are far more aromatic than dried store-bought.
Buy a young plant rather than starting from seed (germination is extremely slow and unreliable). Grow in a large container so it can be moved indoors in cold climates. Very slow growing — harvest lightly the first year. Allow leaves to dry on the branch for best flavour.
Gardening in Oklahoma
Oklahoma ranges from Zone 6a in the Panhandle to Zone 7b in the southeast. Hot summers and mild winters. Long growing season for warm-season crops.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Bay Laurel in Oklahoma?
Grow in a large pot and bring indoors before temperatures drop below 20°F (-7°C).
What zone is Oklahoma?
Oklahoma spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Bay Laurels in Oklahoma?
Plant Bay Laurels Mar 7, harvest Sep 3 – Mar 7.