Fulton County, AR — Planting Guide
Fulton County is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 4 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 206 days.
At an elevation of 793 ft, Fulton County receives approximately 49.2 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 86°F with winter lows around 21°F. The predominant soil type is Silt Loam.
🌡️ Zone
7a (0°F to 5°F min)
❄️ Last Frost
April 4
🍂 First Frost
October 27
📅 Growing Season
206 days
⛰️ Elevation
793 ft
🌧️ Annual Rainfall
49.2 in
Fulton County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Soil & Growing Conditions in Fulton County
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Ideal for most crops — holds moisture and nutrients while draining well.
Watering Needs
Moderate rainfall (49.2 in.) — plan to water 1–2 times per week during the growing season.
Season Tips
206-day frost-free season
Plenty of time for warm-season crops. Start heat-lovers indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost to maximise your harvest window.
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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Fulton County
112 vegetables that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Fulton County.
Show all 112 vegetables with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 11 – Aug 15 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Sep 5 | 90–120 |
| Artichoke | — | — | Apr 18 | — | Aug 22 – Oct 31 | 120–180 |
| Arugula | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | Apr 18 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 13 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jul 25 – Sep 19 | 110–150 |
| Bitter Melon | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 1 | 60–90 |
| Black Beans | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jul 11 – Aug 29 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 20 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 6 – Jul 18 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 20 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jul 4 – Aug 29 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 22 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 6 – Aug 1 | 60–100 |
| Calabash | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 11 – Sep 5 | 80–120 |
| Cardoon | — | — | Apr 18 | — | Aug 22 – Oct 3 | 120–150 |
| Carrots | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | May 23 – Jun 27 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Aug 1 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jul 18 – Aug 22 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 27 – Aug 22 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 6 – Jul 18 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jul 18 | 50–60 |
| Chayote | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Aug 22 – Oct 31 | 120–180 |
| Chickpeas | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 27 – Aug 8 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 6 – Jul 18 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jun 27 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 11 – Aug 15 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Aug 1 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 60–100 |
| Cowpeas | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 13 – Jul 25 | 60–90 |
| Cress | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Apr 18 – May 9 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 6 – Jul 4 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | Aug 22 – Oct 24 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 13 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 11 – Aug 15 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 27 – Aug 8 | 75–100 |
| Eggplant | Jan 31 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 27 – Aug 29 | 65–85 |
| Endive | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 23 – Jun 27 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jun 27 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 20 – Aug 1 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 1 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Sep 15 | Dec 15 – Apr 27 | 90–240 |
| Green Beans | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 6 – Aug 1 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | Apr 18 | — | Aug 22 – Oct 31 | 120–180 |
| Hot Peppers | Jan 31 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 27 – Oct 3 | 70–120 |
| Hubbard Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Aug 1 – Sep 5 | 100–120 |
| Jicama | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Aug 22 – Oct 31 | 120–180 |
| Kabocha | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 15 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 23 – Jun 20 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jul 25 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jul 11 – Aug 15 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 23 – Jun 27 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jun 13 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jul 4 – Sep 19 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 27 – Aug 8 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 18 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 13 – Jul 25 | 60–90 |
| Loofah | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Aug 1 – Oct 3 | 100–150 |
| Luffa | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Oct 3 | 90–150 |
| Mache | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 20 | 40–60 |
| Malabar Spinach | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Jul 11 | 55–70 |
| Melon | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 27 – Aug 15 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Apr 11 – May 9 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 23 – Jul 18 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jun 6 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jul 4 | 55–75 |
| New Zealand Spinach | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Jul 11 | 55–70 |
| Okra | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 50–65 |
| Onion | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jul 4 – Aug 22 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 13 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | Jul 4 – Aug 15 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 6 – Jul 4 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jul 25 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Jan 31 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 29 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 27 – Sep 5 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Sep 5 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 20 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 6 – Jul 11 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | Apr 18 – May 9 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 20 – Aug 1 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | Jun 13 – Jul 18 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | Jul 4 – Aug 15 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jun 27 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 20 – Jul 25 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | Jul 4 – Aug 22 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 8 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Jul 25 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jul 4 – Aug 29 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 15 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 6 – Aug 8 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 11 – Sep 5 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | Apr 18 | — | Aug 8 – Oct 3 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 13 – Jul 25 | 60–90 |
| Sweet Potatoes | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Sep 5 | 90–120 |
| Tatsoi | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jun 13 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 29 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 29 | 60–85 |
| Turnip | — | Mar 21 | — | Aug 18 | May 2 – Jun 6 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jun 20 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 27 – Aug 15 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | Apr 11 | — | — | Jun 6 – Aug 1 | 50–65 |
| Winter Melon | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jul 18 – Sep 5 | 90–120 |
| Yard Long Beans | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Jul 25 | 55–80 |
| Zucchini | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 6 – Aug 1 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Fulton County
31 fruits that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Fulton County.
Show all 31 fruits with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | Jul 25 – Nov 7 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Blackberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Blueberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Boysenberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Apr 25 | — | Jul 4 – Aug 8 | 70–90 |
| Che Fruit | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Cranberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Currants | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Elderberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Figs | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Apr 25 | — | Jul 4 – Aug 29 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Haskaps | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Apr 25 | — | Jul 18 – Aug 29 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Kiwi | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Lingonberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Loquat | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Medlar | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Pawpaw | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Persimmon | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Pomegranate | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Quince | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Raspberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Apr 25 | — | Jul 25 – Dec 5 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Fulton County
36 herbs that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Fulton County.
Show all 36 herbs with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | Jun 27 – Sep 12 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 15 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jul 11 – Sep 26 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 23 – Jul 11 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 15 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Aug 8 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Cumin | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | Jul 11 – Sep 12 | 100–120 |
| Dill | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 40–60 |
| Epazote | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 6 – Aug 1 | 45–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Aug 8 | 60–90 |
| Feverfew | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jul 11 – Sep 26 | 90–120 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 27 – Aug 22 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 22 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 1 | 60–70 |
| Lemon Thyme | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 22 | 70–90 |
| Lovage | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 22 | 70–90 |
| Marjoram | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Mint | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Aug 1 | 60–80 |
| Rosemary | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jul 4 – Nov 21 | 80–180 |
| Rue | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 22 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 27 – Aug 22 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 6 – Aug 1 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Feb 28 | Mar 21 | Mar 28 | Aug 18 | May 9 – Jul 11 | 40–60 |
| Tarragon | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 22 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 18 | — | Jun 13 – Aug 15 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 22 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | Apr 11 | — | Aug 15 – Nov 21 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Fulton County
53 flowers that grow well in Zone 7a with planting dates for Fulton County.
Show all 53 flowers with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Feb 21 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | May 30 – Sep 19 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Sep 22 | Oct 20 – Nov 10 | 28–42 |
| Anemones | — | — | — | Sep 1 | Sep 15 – Oct 13 | 90–120 |
| Astilbe | Jan 31 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Aug 15 | 70–100 |
| Bachelor's Button | Feb 21 | Feb 28 | Apr 4 | Sep 1 | Jun 6 – Sep 5 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Jan 24 | — | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 3 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Jan 31 | Apr 4 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 24 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Jan 31 | — | Apr 11 | — | May 30 – Jul 4 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | Feb 21 | Feb 28 | Apr 4 | Sep 1 | May 23 – Sep 5 | 50–70 |
| California Poppy | — | Mar 7 | — | Sep 1 | May 16 – Jul 25 | 60–90 |
| Celosia | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | Jun 6 – Oct 3 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Feb 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | May 30 – Jul 4 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Jan 31 | Apr 4 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 24 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 3 | 60–90 |
| Crocus | — | — | — | Sep 22 | Aug 18 – Sep 8 | 10–20 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Sep 22 | Aug 25 – Sep 15 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | Mar 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 24 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Jan 31 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 24 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Feb 7 | Feb 28 | Mar 14 | — | May 2 – Aug 1 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Jan 31 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 27 – Oct 24 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Feb 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | May 30 – Jul 4 | 80–120 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Feb 14 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Nov 7 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Jan 24 | — | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 3 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 17 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Jan 24 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 24 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Sep 22 | Sep 15 – Oct 6 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Jan 24 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 10 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Feb 7 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 10 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | Apr 11 | — | May 30 – Jul 4 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | Mar 7 | — | Aug 18 | May 16 – Jul 25 | 60–90 |
| Lavender | Jan 31 | — | Apr 18 | — | Jun 27 – Sep 5 | 90–120 |
| Lilies | — | Division | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 10 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Jan 31 | — | Mar 14 | — | May 9 – Aug 1 | 70–80 |
| Lupine | Feb 7 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | May 30 – Jul 4 | 75–100 |
| Marigolds | Feb 21 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | May 30 – Sep 5 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | May 30 – Oct 3 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Jan 24 | — | Apr 4 | Aug 18 | May 30 – Aug 8 | 70–90 |
| Peonies | — | Division | Apr 11 | — | Jun 6 – Jul 11 | 90–120 |
| Petunia | Feb 7 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 10 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Jan 31 | Apr 11 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Sep 12 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | May 23 – Sep 19 | 50–70 |
| Ranunculus | — | — | — | Sep 1 | Sep 29 – Oct 27 | 90–120 |
| Roses | Jan 24 | — | Apr 11 | — | Jun 20 – Oct 24 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Feb 7 | — | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 3 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Jan 31 | — | Apr 11 | — | Aug 1 – Oct 24 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | Jan 24 | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Sep 1 | Jun 13 – Sep 5 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Mar 14 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | Jun 27 – Oct 3 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | Feb 21 | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Sep 15 | May 16 – Aug 8 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | — | Feb 28 | — | Sep 1 | May 9 – Aug 1 | 65–85 |
| Tulips | — | — | — | Sep 22 | Sep 8 – Sep 29 | 15–30 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Jan 24 | — | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 3 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Jan 31 | Apr 4 | Apr 11 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 24 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Mar 7 | Apr 4 | Apr 4 | — | Jun 13 – Oct 3 | 60–70 |
Monthly Planting Guide for Fulton County
Gardening Guides & Resources
Helpful guides from The Ultimate Homestead to improve your garden in Fulton County.
Frequently Asked Questions
What planting zone is Fulton County, AR?
Fulton County is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. This zone classification determines which perennial plants survive winter and sets the baseline for frost timing across the county.
When is the last frost in Fulton County, AR?
Based on 30 years of NOAA weather station data, the median last spring frost in Fulton County falls around April 4. Plan transplants and direct-sow dates relative to this date.
When is the first fall frost in Fulton County, AR?
The median first fall frost in Fulton County arrives around October 27. Harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops — tomatoes, peppers, basil, squash — before this date.
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