Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Valley center, KS, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Valley center, KS Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Valley center, KS
The average last frost date in spring for Valley center is April 12th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 26th 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 Valley center, KS
The average first frost date in fall for Valley center is October 28th. 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 Valley center, KS
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Valley center is approximately 199 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.
Valley center, KS Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Valley center, KS Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 1st to February 15th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st), and starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 15th to March 1st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing California Poppy (from March 15th to March 29th), direct sowing Potato (from March 15th to March 29th), and direct sowing German Chamomile (from March 29th to April 12th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Zinnia (from April 19th to May 3rd), direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from April 26th to May 10th), and direct sowing Anise (from April 19th to April 26th).