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When to Plant Plum Tree in Pembina, North Dakota (58271)

Location

Pembina, North Dakota

ZIP Code

58271

USDA Zone

3b

Last Frost

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 8, 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 3b

Plum Tree (Prunus domestica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Pembina, North Dakota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Plum Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.