Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Maple hill, KS, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Maple hill, KS Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Maple hill, KS
The average last frost date in spring for Maple hill is April 26th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 10th 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 Maple hill, KS
The average first frost date in fall for Maple hill 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 Maple hill, KS
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Maple hill is approximately 172 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.
Maple hill, KS Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Maple hill, KS Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st), starting Geranium seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st), and starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Radish (from March 29th to April 12th), starting Sage seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th), and starting Marigold seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lentil (from April 12th to April 26th), direct sowing Calendula (from April 12th to April 26th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from April 26th to May 10th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Cantaloupe (from May 3rd to May 17th), direct sowing Runner Bean (from May 3rd to May 17th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 3rd to May 17th).