Fort Totten, ND Planting Calendar & Frost Dates

North Dakota

Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fort totten, ND, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4a.

Fort totten, ND Frost Dates & Growing Season

Last Spring Frost Date for Fort totten, ND

The average last frost date in spring for Fort totten is May 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 3rd 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 totten, ND

The average first frost date in fall for Fort totten is September 25th. 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 totten, ND

Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fort totten is approximately 128 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 totten, ND Planting Calendar

This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.

Legend: I = Start seed indoors S = Direct sow T = Transplant H = Harvest
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Fort totten, ND Monthly Planting Recommendations

March

In March, recommended activities include starting Leek seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), starting Aubergine seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).

April

In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Sorrel (from April 22nd to May 6th), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from April 22nd to May 6th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 22nd to May 6th).

May

In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Moss Rose (from May 27th to June 10th), direct sowing Cilantro (from May 6th to June 3rd), and direct sowing Cosmos (from May 27th to June 3rd).

June

In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from June 3rd to June 17th), direct sowing Corn (from June 3rd to June 10th), and direct sowing Jute (from June 3rd to June 17th).