Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Mount carmel, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Mount carmel, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Mount carmel, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Mount carmel is April 14th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 28th 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 Mount carmel, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Mount carmel is October 20th. 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 Mount carmel, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Mount carmel is approximately 189 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.
Mount carmel, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Mount carmel, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from February 3rd to February 17th), starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 17th to March 3rd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from March 3rd to March 17th), direct sowing Carrot (from March 24th to April 7th), and direct sowing Bok Choy (from March 17th to March 31st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Babys Breath (from April 14th to April 28th), direct sowing Cucumber (from April 21st to May 5th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 14th to April 28th).