When to Plant Belgian Endive in Logan County, AR
Belgian endive is produced by forcing chicory roots in darkness to create tight, pale, torpedo-shaped heads called chicons. They have a mild bitterness and elegant crunch.
Logan County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 1 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 213 days.
At an elevation of 695 feet, Logan County receives approximately 46 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Belgian Endive during the growing season.
Logan County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.3-6.6
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Belgian Endive Planting Timeline — Logan County, AR
Belgian Endive Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 25 | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 1 | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Direct Sow | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 8 |
| Fall Sowing | August 22 | Aug 22 – Sep 5 |
| Harvest | July 22 | Jul 22 – Sep 16 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
110–150 days
Soil pH
5.5 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 7a
Growing Season
213 days
Growing Tips for Logan County
Grow chicory roots in the garden during summer, then dig in fall. Trim tops and force roots in moist sand in a dark cellar at 50-60F. Chicons emerge in 3-4 weeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Belgian Endive in Logan County, AR?
Logan County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 1. Plan your Belgian Endive planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Logan County, AR?
Logan County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 1 and first fall frost is October 31.
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