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When to Plant Za'atar in Zone 8a

Family: Lamiaceae Herb
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Planting Schedule

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Plan your Za'atar harvest with precision. Below is the exact Zone 8a planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.

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Crop Dates : 8a

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~70 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 4th
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsApr 1st
Harvest BeginsJun 10th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~70 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

Recommended Companions

Red Gem Marigold
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Purly Chives
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Purple Glazer Garlic
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Nootka Rose Garlic
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Kokusai Chives
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Inca II Marigold
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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~70 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.