Dalton Gardens, ID Planting Calendar & Frost Dates

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Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Dalton gardens, ID, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.

Dalton gardens, ID Frost Dates & Growing Season

Last Spring Frost Date for Dalton gardens, ID

The average last frost date in spring for Dalton gardens is May 13th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 27th 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 Dalton gardens, ID

The average first frost date in fall for Dalton gardens 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 Dalton gardens, ID

Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Dalton gardens is approximately 141 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.

Dalton gardens, ID Planting Calendar

This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.

Legend: I = Start seed indoors S = Direct sow T = Transplant H = Harvest
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Dalton gardens, ID Monthly Planting Recommendations

March

In March, recommended activities include starting Onion seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th).

April

In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from April 15th to April 29th), direct sowing Alyssum (from April 29th to May 13th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 15th to April 29th).

May

In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Anise (from May 20th to May 27th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from May 20th to June 3rd), and direct sowing Sesame (from May 27th to June 10th).