When to Plant Cumin in Crittenden County, AR
Cumin is a warm-season annual herb whose seeds are one of the most widely used spices globally. It requires a long, hot growing season of 3-4 months.
Crittenden County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 21 and the first fall frost is November 5, giving you a growing season of approximately 229 days.
At an elevation of 808 feet, Crittenden County receives approximately 45.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Cumin during the growing season.
Crittenden County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.7-6.5
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
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Cumin Planting Timeline — Crittenden County, AR
Cumin Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 14 | Feb 14 – Feb 28 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 14 | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Direct Sow | March 7 | Mar 7 – Mar 28 |
| Fall Sowing | August 27 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Harvest | June 27 | Jun 27 – Aug 29 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | — |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Low — drought tolerant
Days to Maturity
100–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 8
USDA Zone
Zone 7b
Growing Season
229 days
Growing Tips for Crittenden County
Start seeds indoors 4 weeks before last frost. Transplant after all danger of frost. Harvest when seed heads turn brown. Requires consistent warmth for proper seed development.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Cumin in Crittenden County, AR?
Crittenden County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 21. Plan your Cumin planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Crittenden County, AR?
Crittenden County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 21 and first fall frost is November 5.
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