When to plant persimmon in Alaska
Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant persimmon shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 5 in Juneau city and to April 24 in Badger — below are local dates for 7 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 5a | May 16 | September 20 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Fairbanks | 2a | May 16 | September 6 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Juneau city and | 6a | May 3 | October 14 | April 5 – April 19 |
| Knik-Fairview | 5a | May 18 | September 20 | April 20 – May 4 |
| Badger | 2a | May 22 | September 2 | April 24 – May 8 |
| College | 2b | May 18 | September 6 | April 20 – May 4 |
| North Lakes | 5a | May 16 | September 23 | April 18 – May 2 |
Persimmon in Alaska: FAQ
When can I plant persimmon in Alaska?
Across Alaska, the time to transplant persimmon spans roughly April 5 in Juneau city and to April 24 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the persimmon planting date vary across Alaska?
Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right persimmon 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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