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When to Plant Pomegranate in Caddo County, OK

Pomegranates are drought-tolerant shrubs or small trees producing fruits filled with jewel-like, sweet-tart arils. They thrive in hot, dry climates and make excellent hedges.

Caddo County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 4 and the first fall frost is November 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 214 days.

At an elevation of 762 feet, Caddo County receives approximately 32.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89ยฐF, providing good warmth for Pomegranate during the growing season.

Caddo County, OK (Zone 7a) Long season
214 days
Last Spring Frost April 4
214 growing days
First Fall Frost November 4

Caddo County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.4

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 18
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: Apr 25
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season
Transplant: May 6

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
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
0.6″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 6/10 โ€” consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Pomegranate needs ~15,284 GDD — county provides 3,584 GDD May not mature

Pomegranate Planting Timeline โ€” Caddo County, OK

Pomegranate Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 25 Apr 25 โ€“ May 9

ยท 120" apart ยท Rows 144" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Transplant Outdoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June โ€”
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August โ€”
September โ€”
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

730โ€“1095 days

Soil pH

5.5 โ€“ 7.5

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

214 days

Growing Tips for Caddo County

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water deeply but infrequently. Prune to maintain shape and remove suckers. Harvest when fruits have developed full color and sound metallic when tapped.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Level Up Your Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pomegranate in Caddo County, OK?

Caddo County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 4. Plan your Pomegranate planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Caddo County, OK?

Caddo County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 4 and first fall frost is November 4.

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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 Caddo County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.