When to plant anise in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant anise shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 13 in Texarkana to April 12 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | March 21 – April 4 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | March 25 – April 8 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | March 23 – April 6 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | April 12 – April 26 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | April 2 – April 16 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | March 21 – April 4 |
Anise in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant anise in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow anise spans roughly March 13 in Texarkana to April 12 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the anise planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right anise planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does anise take to grow in Arkansas?
Anise takes about 100–120 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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