Variety fit — Oklahoma
Can I grow Zestar apple in Oklahoma?
The verdict
Not recommended
- Your zone 7b is warmer than this variety's range (zones 3–6); it may not receive reliable winter chilling.
Based on Oklahoma’s main growing area (73102): zone 7b, ~1,212 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.
The numbers
| Zestar hardiness | USDA zones 3–6 |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma average chill (73102) | 1,212 hours (949–1,545 across 10 winters) |
| Oklahoma zone (73102) | USDA zone 7b |
Better apple choices for Oklahoma
These meet Oklahoma’s chill hours and zone comfortably:
Keep checking
Or the same verdict for another region:
Questions
- Can I grow Zestar apple in Oklahoma?
- Probably not — Your zone 7b is warmer than this variety's range (zones 3–6); it may not receive reliable winter chilling.
Sources
- [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
- [2] USDA / PRISM (Oregon State University). 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — accessed July 2026
- [3] Utah State University Extension. Apple Production and Variety Recommendations for the Utah Home Garden — accessed July 2026