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Can You Grow Cherry in Arkansas?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Cherries grow well here with enough winter chill and full sun — tart varieties are hardier and easier.

Plant zones

4a–9a

Arkansas last frost

early March

Arkansas first frost

late November

Days to harvest

3–7 years

About Cherry

Cherry trees — sweet or tart — are a classic home orchard choice, but they need cross-pollination and are magnets for birds, so be ready to net the crop.

Plant two compatible varieties for pollination (unless tart/self-fertile). Site in full sun with good air flow. Net ripening fruit against birds. Trees bear in 3-6 years.

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Gardening in Arkansas

Arkansas has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Long warm summers support a wide range of vegetables and fruits. The Ozarks are slightly cooler.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cherry in Arkansas?

Cherries grow well here with enough winter chill and full sun — tart varieties are hardier and easier.

What zone is Arkansas?

Arkansas spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Cherries in Arkansas?

See the planting guide for Cherry — timing depends on your exact frost date.