Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Dove creek, CO, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Dove creek, CO Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Dove creek, CO
The average last frost date in spring for Dove creek is May 29th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 12th before moving plants outdoors. Waiting these extra few weeks significantly reduces the risk of a late freeze damaging young transplants.
First Fall Frost Date for Dove creek, CO
The average first frost date in fall for Dove creek is October 1st. This date marks the approximate end of the growing season for tender plants. Gardeners should plan to harvest frost-sensitive vegetables or provide heavy protection (such as row covers) before this date to avoid crop loss.
Growing Season Length in Dove creek, CO
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Dove creek is approximately 125 days. This duration determines which vegetable varieties have enough time to reach maturity before the winter cold sets in. Short-season varieties are recommended for crops that require a longer warm period.
Please note: These dates are climatological averages. Actual weather conditions vary by year. Always check the local 10-day forecast before planting.
Dove creek, CO Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Dove creek, CO Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from April 3rd to April 17th), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from April 3rd to April 17th), and starting Oregano seeds indoors (from April 3rd to April 17th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Hyssop (from May 15th to May 29th), direct sowing Beet (from May 15th to May 29th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from May 8th to May 15th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from June 12th to June 26th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from June 5th to June 19th), and direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 12th to June 26th).