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When to Plant Plum Tree in Shungnak, Alaska (99773)

Location

Shungnak, Alaska

ZIP Code

99773

USDA Zone

1b

Last Frost

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, April 29, 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 1b

Plum Tree (Prunus domestica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Shungnak, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 1b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

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