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When to Plant Figs in Madison County, TN

Figs are ancient fruiting trees or shrubs producing uniquely sweet fruits with soft flesh. They are surprisingly cold-hardy for a Mediterranean plant and thrive against warm walls.

Madison County, Tennessee is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 2 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 209 days.

At an elevation of 1,852 feet, Madison County receives approximately 46.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Figs during the growing season.

Madison County, TN (Zone 7b) Long season
209 days
Last Spring Frost April 2
209 growing days
First Fall Frost October 28

Madison County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.3-7

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Figs

Figs needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Figs Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 3.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 3.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 4.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.8" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 4.9" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Aug 4.3" 4.1" 0.2" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 2.7" 1.6" 💧 Light watering
Nov 3.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 3.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Apr–Oct in Madison County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Figs Planting Timeline — Madison County, TN

Figs Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 23 Apr 23 – May 7

· 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

730–1825 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

209 days in Madison County

Growing Tips for Madison County

Plant against a south-facing wall for maximum heat. Restrict root growth with barriers to encourage fruiting over vegetative growth. Protect in winter with wrapping in cold zones.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Figs in Madison County, TN?

Madison County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 2. Plan your Figs planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Madison County, TN?

Madison County, Tennessee is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 2 and first fall frost is October 28.

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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 Madison County, TN. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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