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Can You Grow Watercress in Oklahoma?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Watercress grows well here if you keep its roots constantly wet — ideal for a shade container garden.
Plant zones
Oklahoma last frost
Oklahoma first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Watercresses in Oklahoma
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Oklahoma's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Watercress
Watercress is a peppery, nutrient-dense aquatic green that loves cool, running water and partial shade — an easy container crop if you keep it constantly wet.
Grow in a container of rich soil kept standing in water, refreshed regularly. Harvest outer leaves often. Prefers cool shade to hot sun.
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 Watercress in Oklahoma?
Watercress grows well here if you keep its roots constantly wet — ideal for a shade container garden.
What zone is Oklahoma?
Oklahoma spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Watercresses in Oklahoma?
Plant Watercresses Mar 7, harvest Apr 6 – May 6.