Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lebanon junction, KY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Lebanon junction, KY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lebanon junction, KY
The average last frost date in spring for Lebanon junction is April 21st. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 5th 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 Lebanon junction, KY
The average first frost date in fall for Lebanon junction 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 Lebanon junction, KY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lebanon junction is approximately 182 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.
Lebanon junction, KY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lebanon junction, KY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th), and starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 10th to February 24th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from March 24th to April 7th), starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th), direct sowing Kale (from March 24th to April 7th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from March 24th to April 7th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Dill (from April 7th to April 21st), direct sowing Gladiolus (from April 21st to May 5th), and direct sowing Quinoa (from April 7th to April 21st).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Corn (from May 5th to May 12th), direct sowing Watermelon (from May 5th to May 19th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 5th to May 19th).