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When to Plant Persimmon in Okfuskee County, OK

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.

Okfuskee County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 4 and the first fall frost is October 27, giving you a growing season of approximately 206 days.

At an elevation of 486 feet, Okfuskee County receives approximately 24.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 94°F, providing good warmth for Persimmon during the growing season.

Okfuskee County, OK (Zone 7b) Long season
206 days
Last Spring Frost April 4
206 growing days
First Fall Frost October 27

Okfuskee County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Persimmon Planting Timeline — Okfuskee County, OK

Persimmon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 25 Apr 25 – May 9

· 120" apart · Rows 144" 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

1095–2555 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

206 days in Okfuskee County

Growing Tips for Okfuskee 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 Okfuskee County, OK?

Okfuskee County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 4. Plan your Persimmon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Okfuskee County, OK?

Okfuskee County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 4 and first fall frost is October 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 Okfuskee County, OK. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.

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