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When to Plant Peach Tree in Lake City, Arkansas (72437)

Location

Lake City, Arkansas

ZIP Code

72437

USDA Zone

8a

Last Frost

Friday, March 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 6, 2026

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

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Prunus persica
Days to Maturity 1095 days
Mature Height 60-180"
Spread 180"
Type Deciduous Tree
Fruit Size Medium (2-3 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

216" apart

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Growing Peach Tree in Zone 8a

Peach Tree (Prunus persica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Lake City, Arkansas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 6, 2026.

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