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When to plant Bachelor's Button in Fulton County, AR

Fulton County's spring Bachelor's Button window runs February 28 through March 21. most warm-season crops establish quickly once soil holds above 60°F. A second sowing from September 1 to September 15 extends the harvest into fall.

When to Plant Bachelor's Button in Fulton County, AR

Bachelor's Button (Centaurea cyanus), also called cornflower, is a carefree cool-season annual best known for its vivid cobalt-blue flowers — one of the truest blues in the annual garden. It tolerates light frosts, self-seeds prolifically, and thrives in poor to average soils. A traditional cut flower and pollinator magnet, it has been cultivated in gardens for centuries.

Fulton County, Arkansas 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 feet, Fulton County receives approximately 49.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Bachelor's Button during the growing season.

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Fulton County, AR (Zone 7a) Long season
206 days
Last Spring Frost April 4
206 growing days
First Fall Frost October 27

Fulton County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.5-6.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Bachelor's Button

Bachelor's Button needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Bachelor's Button Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 4.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 3.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.3" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 4.1" 0.2" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 3.8" 0.5" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.6" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 5.4" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 4.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Sep 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 2.9" 1.4" 💧 Light watering
Nov 4.1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 4" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Apr–Oct in Fulton County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Bachelor's Button Planting Timeline — Fulton County, AR

Bachelor's Button Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 21 Feb 21 – Mar 7
Transplant Outdoors April 4 Apr 4 – Apr 18
Direct Sow February 28 Feb 28 – Mar 21
Bloom June 6 Jun 6 – Sep 5
Fall Sowing September 1 Sep 1 – Sep 15

Plant 0.3" deep · 12" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February Start Indoors Direct Sow
March Start Indoors Direct Sow
April Transplant Outdoors
May
June Bloom
July Bloom
August Bloom
September Fall Sowing Bloom
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Low — drought tolerant

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7a

📆 Growing Season

206 days in Fulton County

Growing Tips for Fulton County

Direct-sow in early spring as soon as soil can be worked; seeds need a brief cold period for best germination (refrigerate for a few days before planting if spring arrives quickly). In zones 6+, fall-sow for the earliest spring bloom. Thin to 12 inches; do not over-fertilize — too much nitrogen produces foliage at the expense of flowers. Deadhead to prolong blooming or allow self-seeding for a naturalized colony.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Bachelor's Button in Fulton County, AR?

Fulton County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 4. Plan your Bachelor's Button planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Fulton County, AR?

Fulton County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 4 and first fall frost is October 27.

When should I plant Bachelor's Button in Fulton County, AR?

In Fulton County, AR, plant Bachelor's Button after the last frost (around April 4) and before the first frost (around October 27). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Fulton County, AR for Bachelor's Button?

Fulton County sits in USDA Zone 7a. Bachelor's Button grows reliably in zones 2a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Bachelor's Button grow in Fulton County's climate?

Yes — Bachelor's Button grows well in Fulton County's temperate climate. Fulton County averages a 206-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 4 and first frost around October 27.

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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 Fulton County, AR. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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