Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mound city, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7a.
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Mound city, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mound city, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Mound city is April 7th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 21st 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 Mound city, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Mound city 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 Mound city, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mound city is approximately 201 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.
Mound city, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mound city, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th), starting Onion seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from January 27th to February 10th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Basil seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), direct sowing Spinach (from February 24th to March 10th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from March 10th to March 24th), direct sowing Parsley (from March 10th to March 24th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from March 10th to March 24th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Melon (from April 21st to May 5th), direct sowing Sunflower (from April 14th to April 28th), and direct sowing Morning Glory (from April 14th to April 28th).