When to Plant Jicama in Jackson County, AR
Jicama is a tropical legume grown for its crisp, sweet, starchy root. It requires a very long, warm growing season but produces a refreshing, water chestnut-like tuber.
Jackson County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 26 and the first fall frost is November 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 223 days.
At an elevation of 1,468 feet, Jackson County receives approximately 47.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Jicama during the growing season.
Jackson County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.2-7
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
Jicama Planting Timeline — Jackson County, AR
Jicama Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 5 | Feb 5 – Feb 19 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 9 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Direct Sow | April 2 | Apr 2 – Apr 23 |
| Harvest | August 13 | Aug 13 – Oct 22 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | — |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | Harvest |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
120–180 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 7a
Growing Season
223 days
Growing Tips for Jackson County
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Pinch off flowers to direct energy to root development. Harvest before first frost when roots are 3-6 inches across.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Jicama in Jackson County, AR?
Jackson County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of March 26. Plan your Jicama planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Jackson County, AR?
Jackson County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is March 26 and first fall frost is November 4.
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