When to Plant Cumin in White 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.
White County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 5, giving you a growing season of approximately 225 days.
At an elevation of 851 feet, White County receives approximately 49.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Cumin during the growing season.
White County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.2-7.1
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
Cumin Planting Timeline — White County, AR
Cumin Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 18 | Feb 18 – Mar 4 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Direct Sow | March 11 | Mar 11 – Apr 1 |
| Fall Sowing | August 27 | Aug 27 – Sep 10 |
| Harvest | July 1 | Jul 1 – Sep 2 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors 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
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Low — drought tolerant
Days to Maturity
100–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 8
USDA Zone
Zone 7a
Growing Season
225 days
Growing Tips for White 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 White County, AR?
White County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Cumin planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is White County, AR?
White County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 25 and first fall frost is November 5.
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