Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Rico, CO, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5a.
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Rico, CO Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Rico, CO
The average last frost date in spring for Rico is June 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until July 4th 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 Rico, CO
The average first frost date in fall for Rico is September 15th. 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 Rico, CO
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Rico is approximately 87 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.
Rico, CO Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Rico, CO Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from April 25th to May 9th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from April 25th to May 9th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from April 11th to April 25th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Garden Cress (from May 23rd to June 6th), starting Marigold seeds indoors (from May 9th to May 23rd), starting Kale seeds indoors (from May 9th to May 23rd), and direct sowing Kale (from May 23rd to June 6th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from June 27th to July 11th), direct sowing Calendula (from June 6th to June 20th), and direct sowing Beet (from June 6th to June 20th).
July
In July, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from July 4th to July 18th) and direct sowing Lima Bean (from July 4th to July 18th).