Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Carbon cliff, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5b.
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Carbon cliff, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Carbon cliff, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Carbon cliff is April 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 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 Carbon cliff, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Carbon cliff 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 Carbon cliff, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Carbon cliff is approximately 178 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.
Carbon cliff, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Carbon cliff, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from February 23rd to March 9th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 9th to February 23rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from March 23rd to April 6th), starting Basil seeds indoors (from March 9th to March 23rd), and direct sowing Sorrel (from March 23rd to April 6th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Beet (from April 6th to April 20th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 27th to May 11th), and direct sowing Swiss Chard (from April 6th to April 20th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from May 4th to May 18th), direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 4th to May 18th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 4th to May 18th).