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When to Plant Persimmon in Eddy County, ND

Persimmons are ornamental trees producing sweet, honey-flavored fruits in fall. American persimmons are astringent until fully ripe while Asian types can be eaten firm.

Eddy County, North Dakota is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is September 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 137 days.

At an elevation of 864 feet, Eddy County receives approximately 29.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 78°F, so choose short-season varieties of Persimmon to ensure they mature before fall.

Eddy County, ND (Zone 4a) Short season
137 days
Last Spring Frost May 13
137 growing days
First Fall Frost September 27

Eddy County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Persimmon Planting Timeline — Eddy County, ND

Persimmon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors June 10 Jun 10 – Jun 24

· 120" apart · Rows 144" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May
June Transplant Outdoors
July
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

1095–2555 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 4a

📆 Growing Season

137 days in Eddy County

Growing Tips for Eddy County

Choose self-fertile varieties or plant male and female trees. American types must be fully soft-ripe before eating. Asian varieties may be eaten when firm. Minimal pruning needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Persimmon in Eddy County, ND?

Eddy County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Persimmon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Eddy County, ND?

Eddy County, North Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is September 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 Eddy County, ND. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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