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When to Plant Cauliflower in Logan County, AR

Cauliflower is a cool-season brassica that produces dense white, purple, or green heads called curds. It is more finicky than broccoli but rewards with a mild, nutty flavor.

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 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Cauliflower during the growing season.

Logan County, AR (Zone 7a) Long season
213 days
Last Spring Frost April 1
213 growing days
First Fall Frost October 31

Logan County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.3-6.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (96 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 18 Transplant: Mar 25 🍅 Harvest: May 20 – Jul 22
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (94 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 25 Transplant: Apr 1 🍅 Harvest: May 27 – Jul 29
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (103 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 11 Transplant: Apr 15 🍅 Harvest: Jun 10 – Aug 12

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

Plant needs
1.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.9″/week
You supply
0.6″/week
Watering frequency 1-2 times/week
Season total 1,124 gal / 100 sq ft
Cauliflower needs ~1,298 GDD — county provides 3,567 GDD Excellent fit

Cauliflower Planting Timeline โ€” Logan County, AR

Cauliflower Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 25 Feb 25 โ€“ Mar 11
Transplant Outdoors April 1 Apr 1 โ€“ Apr 15
Direct Sow March 18 Mar 18 โ€“ Apr 8
Fall Sowing August 22 Aug 22 โ€“ Sep 5
Harvest May 27 May 27 โ€“ Jul 29

Plant 1" deep ยท 15" apart ยท Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February Start Indoors
March Start Indoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
May Harvest
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

High โ€” keep soil consistently moist

Days to Maturity

55โ€“100 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

213 days

Growing Tips for Logan County

Start seeds indoors 6 weeks before transplanting. Blanch white varieties by tying outer leaves over the head. Provide consistent moisture and avoid temperature extremes.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Tomatoes
  • Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cauliflower in Logan County, AR?

Logan County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 1. Plan your Cauliflower planting based on this frost date โ€” 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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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Logan County, AR. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.