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Can You Grow Marjoram in Rhode Island?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Marjoram grows well here in full sun with well-drained soil — a fragrant, low-maintenance herb.

Plant zones

4a–9b

Rhode Island last frost

mid-March

Rhode Island first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

70–100 days

When to plant Marjorams in Rhode Island

Start indoors

Jan 17

Transplant

Mar 15

Harvest

May 24 – Jun 23

Dates are approximate, based on Rhode Island's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Marjoram

Marjoram is oregano's sweeter, milder cousin — a tender perennial herb (grown as an annual in cold zones) with a warm, aromatic flavor perfect for Mediterranean cooking.

Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Pinch regularly to keep bushy. Harvest before it flowers for best flavor. Bring pots indoors in cold zones.

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Gardening in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Marjoram in Rhode Island?

Marjoram grows well here in full sun with well-drained soil — a fragrant, low-maintenance herb.

What zone is Rhode Island?

Rhode Island spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b).

When do you plant Marjorams in Rhode Island?

Plant Marjorams around mid-March (start indoors Jan 17), harvest May 24 – Jun 23.