Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Redfield, KS, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Redfield, KS Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Redfield, KS
The average last frost date in spring for Redfield is April 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 2nd 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 Redfield, KS
The average first frost date in fall for Redfield is October 22nd. 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 Redfield, KS
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Redfield is approximately 187 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.
Redfield, KS Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Redfield, KS Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 21st to March 7th), starting Tomato seeds indoors (from February 21st to March 7th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from February 21st to March 7th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing California Poppy (from March 21st to April 4th), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 4th), and starting Sage seeds indoors (from March 7th to March 21st).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Quinoa (from April 4th to April 18th), direct sowing Cucumber (from April 25th to May 9th), and direct sowing Hyssop (from April 4th to April 18th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from May 2nd to May 16th), direct sowing Sesame (from May 2nd to May 16th), and direct sowing Okra (from May 2nd to May 16th).