When to Plant Kiwi in Ellis County, OK
Kiwi vines produce fuzzy, tangy-sweet fruits and need both male and female plants for pollination. Hardy kiwi varieties (A. arguta) are suited to colder climates.
Ellis County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is October 22, giving you a growing season of approximately 189 days.
At an elevation of 968 feet, Ellis County receives approximately 28.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Kiwi during the growing season.
Ellis County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Kiwi Planting Timeline — Ellis County, OK
Kiwi Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 7 | May 7 – May 21 |
· 72" apart · Rows 96" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
1095–1825 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 5.5–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
189 days in Ellis County
Growing Tips for Ellis County
Plant one male vine for every 6-8 female vines. Provide a very sturdy arbor or T-bar trellis. Prune heavily in winter. Protect young plants from frost in cold zones.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Kiwi in Ellis County, OK?
Ellis County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 16. Plan your Kiwi planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Ellis County, OK?
Ellis County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and first fall frost is October 22.
Your Ellis County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Ellis County (Zone 7a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.