Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Franklin, MN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4b.
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Franklin, MN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Franklin, MN
The average last frost date in spring for Franklin is May 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 24th 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 Franklin, MN
The average first frost date in fall for Franklin is October 5th. 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 Franklin, MN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Franklin is approximately 148 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.
Franklin, MN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Franklin, MN Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 1st to March 15th), starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from March 29th to April 12th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 29th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Poppy (from April 12th to April 26th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from April 12th to April 26th), and direct sowing Calendula (from April 26th to May 10th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Sesame (from May 24th to June 7th), direct sowing Butternut Squash (from May 17th to May 31st), and direct sowing Okra (from May 24th to June 7th).