Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fort benton, MT, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4b.
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Fort benton, MT Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fort benton, MT
The average last frost date in spring for Fort benton is May 15th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 29th 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 Fort benton, MT
The average first frost date in fall for Fort benton is October 1st. 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 Fort benton, MT
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fort benton is approximately 139 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.
Fort benton, MT Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fort benton, MT Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Lettuce (from April 17th to May 1st), direct sowing Radish (from April 17th to May 1st), and direct sowing Carrot (from April 24th to May 8th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from May 1st to May 15th), direct sowing Corn (from May 29th to June 5th), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from May 29th to June 12th).