When to Plant Loquat in Grant County, OK
Loquat is an attractive evergreen tree producing clusters of small, tangy-sweet, apricot-colored fruits in late winter to early spring. It also serves as an ornamental shade tree.
Grant County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 11 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 199 days.
At an elevation of 564 feet, Grant County receives approximately 25.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Loquat during the growing season.
Grant County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Loquat Planting Timeline — Grant County, OK
Loquat Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | May 2 | May 2 – May 16 |
· 120" apart · Rows 144" 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
730–1825 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
199 days in Grant County
Growing Tips for Grant County
Plant in a sheltered location to protect winter flowers from frost. Loquats are self-fertile but produce better with cross-pollination. Thin fruit clusters for larger individual fruits.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Loquat in Grant County, OK?
Grant County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 11. Plan your Loquat planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Grant County, OK?
Grant County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 11 and first fall frost is October 27.
Your Grant County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Grant 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.