Can You Grow Thyme in Oregon?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Thyme grows easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.
Plant zones
Oregon last frost
Oregon first frost
Days to harvest
About Thyme
Thyme is a drought-tolerant cold-hardy herb that thrives in poor soil and full sun.
Plant in well-drained soil — thyme rots in wet conditions. Prune after flowering to keep compact. Excellent for containers and rock gardens. Cut stems for drying just as flowers open.
Gardening in Oregon
Oregon has dramatically different climates west and east of the Cascades. The Willamette Valley is mild and productive year-round (Zone 8a-8b); eastern Oregon is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6).
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Thyme in Oregon?
Thyme grows easily here as a perennial — plant once and harvest for years.
What zone is Oregon?
Oregon spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Thyme in Oregon?
See the planting guide for Thyme — timing depends on your exact frost date.