Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Wallins creek, KY, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Wallins creek, KY Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Wallins creek, KY
The average last frost date in spring for Wallins creek is April 30th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 14th 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 Wallins creek, KY
The average first frost date in fall for Wallins creek 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 Wallins creek, KY
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Wallins creek is approximately 175 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.
Wallins creek, KY Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Wallins creek, KY Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from February 19th to March 5th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 19th to March 5th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 19th to March 5th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 5th to March 19th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from March 5th to March 19th), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 5th to March 19th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sorrel (from April 2nd to April 16th), direct sowing Watercress (from April 2nd to April 16th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 2nd to April 16th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Jute (from May 14th to May 28th), direct sowing Sesame (from May 14th to May 28th), and direct sowing Nasturtium (from May 7th to May 14th).