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When to plant lemon in Alaska

Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant lemon shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about May 10 in Juneau city and to May 29 in Badger — below are local dates for 7 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.

In Anchoragethe lemon transplant out window (May 23–May 30) has passed for this year.
CityZoneLast frostFirst frostTransplant out
Anchorage5aMay 16September 20May 23 – May 30
Fairbanks2aMay 16September 6May 23 – May 30
Juneau city and6aMay 3October 14May 10 – May 17
Knik-Fairview5aMay 18September 20May 25 – June 1
Badger2aMay 22September 2May 29 – June 5
College2bMay 18September 6May 25 – June 1
North Lakes5aMay 16September 23May 23 – May 30

Lemon in Alaska: FAQ

When can I plant lemon in Alaska?

Across Alaska, the time to transplant lemon spans roughly May 10 in Juneau city and to May 29 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.

Does the lemon planting date vary across Alaska?

Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right lemon planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.

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When to Plant Lemon in Alaska — Frost-Based Dates by City — BlissGarden