Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Dardenne prairie, MO, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Dardenne prairie, MO Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Dardenne prairie, MO
The average last frost date in spring for Dardenne prairie is April 18th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 2nd 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 Dardenne prairie, MO
The average first frost date in fall for Dardenne prairie 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 Dardenne prairie, MO
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Dardenne prairie is approximately 185 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.
Dardenne prairie, MO Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Dardenne prairie, MO Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from February 21st to March 7th), starting Petunia seeds indoors (from February 7th to February 21st), and starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from February 7th to February 21st).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Sweet Pea (from March 21st to April 4th), starting Cantaloupe seeds indoors (from March 21st to April 4th), and direct sowing Radish (from March 21st to April 4th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Milk Thistle (from April 4th to April 18th), direct sowing Hyssop (from April 4th to April 18th), and direct sowing Calendula (from April 4th to April 18th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Watermelon (from May 2nd to May 16th), direct sowing Jute (from May 2nd to May 16th), and direct sowing Chia (from May 2nd to May 16th).