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When to Plant Aronia in Le Flore County, OK

Aronia (chokeberry) is an extremely hardy native shrub producing astringent dark berries rich in antioxidants. The berries are typically processed into juice, jam, or wine.

Le Flore County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 5 and the first fall frost is October 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 209 days.

At an elevation of 782 feet, Le Flore County receives approximately 29.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Aronia during the growing season.

Le Flore County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
209 days
Last Spring Frost April 5
209 growing days
First Fall Frost October 31

Le Flore County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Aronia Planting Timeline — Le Flore County, OK

Aronia Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 26 Apr 26 – May 10

· 48" apart · Rows 72" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Transplant Outdoors
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

730–1095 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

209 days in Le Flore County

Growing Tips for Le Flore County

Plant in full sun for best fruiting. Very adaptable to soil types. Minimal pest and disease problems. Harvest berries in fall when fully black. Suckers can be divided for propagation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Aronia in Le Flore County, OK?

Le Flore County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 5. Plan your Aronia planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Le Flore County, OK?

Le Flore County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 5 and first fall frost is October 31.

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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 Le Flore County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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