Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Hungry horse, MT, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4b.
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Hungry horse, MT Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Hungry horse, MT
The average last frost date in spring for Hungry horse is June 10th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 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 Hungry horse, MT
The average first frost date in fall for Hungry horse is September 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 Hungry horse, MT
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Hungry horse is approximately 102 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.
Hungry horse, MT Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Hungry horse, MT Monthly Planting Recommendations
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 15th to April 29th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from April 15th to April 29th), and starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from April 29th to May 13th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Parsley (from May 13th to May 27th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from May 13th to May 27th), and direct sowing Sweet Pea (from May 13th to May 27th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Cosmos (from June 17th to June 24th), direct sowing Zucchini (from June 17th to July 1st), and direct sowing Butterfly Pea (from June 24th to July 8th).