Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Country club hills, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Country club hills, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Country club hills, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Country club hills is April 23rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 7th 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 Country club hills, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Country club 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 Country club hills, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Country club hills is approximately 175 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.
Country club hills, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Country club hills, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Thyme seeds indoors (from February 26th to March 12th), starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 12th to February 26th), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 12th to February 26th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from March 26th to April 9th), direct sowing Pea (from March 12th to March 26th), and direct sowing Crimson Clover (from March 26th to April 9th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from April 30th to May 14th), direct sowing Carrot (from April 2nd to April 16th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 30th to May 14th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from May 7th to May 21st), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 7th to May 21st), and direct sowing Sesame (from May 7th to May 21st).