Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Midland, CO, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Midland, CO Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Midland, CO
The average last frost date in spring for Midland is June 7th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 21st 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 Midland, CO
The average first frost date in fall for Midland is September 20th. 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 Midland, CO
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Midland is approximately 105 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.
Midland, CO Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Midland, CO Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), and starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from April 12th to April 26th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from April 12th to April 26th), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from April 26th to May 10th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from May 10th to May 24th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 24th to June 7th), and direct sowing Lettuce (from May 10th to May 24th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Zucchini (from June 14th to June 28th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 21st to July 5th), and direct sowing Cosmos (from June 14th to June 21st).