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Can You Grow Plum in Kentucky?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a
Plums grow well here and are among the most forgiving fruit trees for the home grower.
Plant zones
Kentucky last frost
Kentucky first frost
Days to harvest
About Plum
Plums are one of the easiest and most reliable home orchard trees — hardy, adaptable, and heavily productive, with European and Japanese types for different climates.
Plant in full sun with good drainage. Most need a pollinator, so plant two compatible varieties. Thin fruit for size. Trees bear in 3-6 years.
Gardening in Kentucky
Kentucky has a humid continental climate transitioning to subtropical in the south. Long warm summers support tomatoes, peppers, and most common vegetables. Tobacco country.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Plum in Kentucky?
Plums grow well here and are among the most forgiving fruit trees for the home grower.
What zone is Kentucky?
Kentucky spans USDA Zone 6b (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Plums in Kentucky?
See the planting guide for Plum — timing depends on your exact frost date.