Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Campton hills, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Campton hills, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Campton hills, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Campton hills is May 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 19th 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 Campton hills, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Campton hills is October 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 Campton hills, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Campton hills is approximately 163 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.
Campton hills, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Campton hills, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th), and starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from April 7th to April 21st), direct sowing Parsley (from April 7th to April 21st), and direct sowing Potato (from April 7th to April 21st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from May 12th to May 26th), direct sowing Moss Rose (from May 12th to May 26th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 5th to May 19th).