Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Big bow, KS, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Big bow, KS Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Big bow, KS
The average last frost date in spring for Big bow is April 29th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 13th 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 Big bow, KS
The average first frost date in fall for Big bow is October 16th. 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 Big bow, KS
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Big bow is approximately 170 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.
Big bow, KS Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Big bow, KS Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 18th to March 4th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomatillo seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 4th to March 18th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 18th to April 1st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing California Poppy (from April 1st to April 15th), direct sowing Mustard (from April 1st to April 15th), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 29th to May 13th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 6th to May 13th), direct sowing Cucumber (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Cosmos (from May 6th to May 13th).