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When to Plant Plum Tree in Agate, North Dakota (58310)

Location

Agate, North Dakota

ZIP Code

58310

USDA Zone

3b

Last Frost

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Zone 3b

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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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🪴 Vegetative propagation

Propagate vegetatively, not by seed

Plum seeds do not grow true. Propagate by grafting for reliable fruit quality.

Remove flesh from pit, crack the outer shell, and cold-stratify for 3–4 months to germinate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Plum Tree in Agate, North Dakota? +

In Agate (Zone 3b), direct sow Plum Tree outdoors around Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Agate, North Dakota? +

The average last spring frost date for Agate, North Dakota (ZIP 58310) is around Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 3b.

How long does Plum Tree take to grow? +

Plum Tree typically matures in about 1460 days from direct sowing. In Agate, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, April 8, 2026 plus 1460 days.

Should I start Plum Tree indoors or direct sow in North Dakota? +

Plum Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Agate, sow directly around Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

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Growing Plum Tree in Zone 3b

Plum Tree (Prunus domestica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Agate, 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.