When to plant swiss chard in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant swiss chard shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 27 in Texarkana to March 29 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 7 – April 18 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 21 – May 2 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | March 11 – April 22 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | March 21 – May 2 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | March 9 – April 20 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | March 29 – May 10 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | March 19 – April 30 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | March 7 – April 18 |
Swiss Chard in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant swiss chard in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow swiss chard spans roughly February 27 in Texarkana to March 29 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the swiss chard planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right swiss chard 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 swiss chard take to grow in Arkansas?
Swiss Chard takes about 50–60 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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