Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Red bud, IL, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Red bud, IL Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Red bud, IL
The average last frost date in spring for Red bud is April 17th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 1st 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 Red bud, IL
The average first frost date in fall for Red bud 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 Red bud, IL
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Red bud is approximately 186 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.
Red bud, IL Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Red bud, IL Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Celery seeds indoors (from February 6th to February 20th), starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from February 20th to March 6th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Chervil (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th), direct sowing Kale (from March 20th to April 3rd), and direct sowing Watercress (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 17th to May 1st), and direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 3rd to April 17th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 1st to May 15th), direct sowing Chia (from May 1st to May 15th), and direct sowing Sesame (from May 1st to May 15th).