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When to Plant Loquat in Kentucky

Loquat is an attractive evergreen tree producing clusters of small, tangy-sweet, apricot-colored fruits in late winter to early spring. It also serves as an ornamental shade tree.

Kentucky spans USDA hardiness zones 7a (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Click your county for exact Loquat planting dates based on your local frost dates.

Loquat Planting Calendar for Kentucky

Zone 7a ~221 day growing season · Full guide →

Last frost: March 25 · First frost: November 1 · 221 day season

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 15 Apr 15 – Apr 29

Growing Tips for Kentucky

Plant in a sheltered location to protect winter flowers from frost. Loquats are self-fertile but produce better with cross-pollination. Thin fruit clusters for larger individual fruits.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Loquat in Kentucky?

Planting dates for Loquat in Kentucky depend on your USDA zone. Kentucky spans zones 7a. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Kentucky for planting?

Kentucky contains USDA hardiness zones 7a. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state — northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.