Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Bull valley, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Bull valley, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Bull valley, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Bull valley is May 4th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 18th 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 Bull valley, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Bull valley is October 10th. 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 Bull valley, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Bull valley is approximately 159 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.
Bull valley, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Bull valley, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), and starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Calendula (from April 20th to May 4th), direct sowing Kale (from April 6th to April 20th), and direct sowing Fennel (from April 20th to May 4th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 11th to May 25th), direct sowing Gladiolus (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 11th to May 18th).