Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in New holland, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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New holland, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for New holland, IL
The average last frost date in spring for New holland is April 22nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 6th 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 New holland, IL
The average first frost date in fall for New holland 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 New holland, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in New holland is approximately 176 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.
New holland, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
New holland, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 11th to February 25th), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Potato (from March 25th to April 8th), direct sowing Chervil (from March 25th to April 8th), and direct sowing Pea (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sunflower (from April 29th to May 13th), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 1st to April 8th), direct sowing Pumpkin (from April 29th to May 13th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Okra (from May 6th to May 20th), direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Black Bean (from May 6th to May 20th).