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When to Plant Persimmon in Cache County, UT

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.

Cache County, Utah is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is June 11 and the first fall frost is September 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 83 days.

At an elevation of 6,265 feet, Cache County receives approximately 15.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 84°F, so choose short-season varieties of Persimmon to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Persimmon successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Cache County, UT (Zone 6a) Very short season
83 days
Last Spring Frost June 11
83 growing days
First Fall Frost September 2

Cache County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Persimmon Planting Timeline — Cache County, UT

Persimmon Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors July 2 Jul 2 – Jul 16

· 120" apart · Rows 144" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April
May
June
July Transplant Outdoors
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 6a

📆 Growing Season

83 days in Cache County

Growing Tips for Cache 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.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Persimmon in Cache County, UT?

Cache County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of June 11. Plan your Persimmon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Cache County, UT?

Cache County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is June 11 and first fall frost is September 2.

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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 Cache County, UT. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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