Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Lester prairie, MN, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4b.
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Lester prairie, MN Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Lester prairie, MN
The average last frost date in spring for Lester prairie is May 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 19th 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 Lester prairie, MN
The average first frost date in fall for Lester prairie 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 Lester prairie, MN
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Lester prairie is approximately 153 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.
Lester prairie, MN Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Lester prairie, MN Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th), and starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 24th to March 10th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th), starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th), and starting Coleus seeds indoors (from March 10th to March 24th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 21st to May 5th), direct sowing Parsley (from April 7th to April 21st), and direct sowing Cilantro (from April 21st to May 19th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from May 19th to June 2nd), direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 5th to May 19th), and direct sowing Cosmos (from May 12th to May 19th).