When to plant Leeks in Hot Spring County County,
For Leeks in Hot Spring County County, the safe spring window opens around March 9 and closes around March 30. Last expected frost is March 23, first fall frost November 9, giving a 231-day growing season. A second sowing from August 31 to September 14 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Leeks in Hot Spring County, AR
Leeks are a mild, sweet allium that produces long white shanks. They are more refined than onions and are a key ingredient in soups, stews, and gratins.
Hot Spring County, Arkansas is in USDA Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 23 and the first fall frost is November 9, giving you a growing season of approximately 231 days.
At an elevation of 754 feet, Hot Spring County receives approximately 50 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Leeks during the growing season.
Hot Spring County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Leeks Planting Timeline — Hot Spring County, AR
Leeks Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 16 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 |
| Transplant Outdoors | March 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Direct Sow | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 30 |
| Harvest | June 22 | Jun 22 – Sep 7 |
| Fall Sowing | August 31 | Aug 31 – Sep 14 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–150 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 8a
📆 Growing Season
231 days in Hot Spring County
Growing Tips for Hot Spring County
Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Transplant into trenches and hill soil around stems as they grow to increase the white portion. Harvest as needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Leeks in Hot Spring County, AR?
Hot Spring County is in Zone 8a with an average last frost of March 23. Plan your Leeks planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Hot Spring County, AR?
Hot Spring County, Arkansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a. The average last spring frost is March 23 and first fall frost is November 9.
When should I plant Leeks in Hot Spring County County, ?
In Hot Spring County County, , plant Leeks after the last frost (around March 23) and before the first frost (around November 9). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Hot Spring County County, for Leeks?
Hot Spring County County sits in USDA Zone 8a. Leeks grows reliably in zones 3a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Leeks grow in Hot Spring County County's climate?
Yes — Leeks grows well in Hot Spring County County's temperate climate. Hot Spring County County averages a 231-day frost-free season, with last frost around March 23 and first frost around November 9.
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