When to Plant Fig Tree in Saint Paul, Minnesota (55175)

Location

Saint Paul, Minnesota

ZIP Code

55175

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Fig Tree directly outdoors 4 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Ficus carica

Days to Maturity 1095 days

Mature Height 60-120"

Spread 120"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

120" apart

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Planting Depth

6" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 21-42 days

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Growing Fig Tree in Zone 4b

Fig Tree (Ficus carica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Saint Paul, Minnesota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Fig Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.