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When to Plant Plum Tree in Evansville, Indiana (47740)

Location

Evansville, Indiana

ZIP Code

47740

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 27, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Plum Tree directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Prunus domestica
Days to Maturity 1460 days
Mature Height 60-180"
Spread 150"
Type Deciduous Tree
Fruit Size Medium (1-2 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

180" apart

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Growing Plum Tree in Zone 7a

Plum Tree (Prunus domestica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Evansville, Indiana, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Plum Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.