Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mill shoals, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Mill shoals, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mill shoals, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Mill shoals is April 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 26th 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 Mill shoals, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Mill shoals is October 25th. 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 Mill shoals, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mill shoals is approximately 196 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.
Mill shoals, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mill shoals, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st), and starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 29th to April 12th), direct sowing Parsley (from March 15th to March 29th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 22nd to March 29th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from April 19th to May 3rd), direct sowing Anise (from April 19th to April 26th), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 19th to May 3rd).