Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Empire city, OK, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Empire city, OK Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Empire city, OK
The average last frost date in spring for Empire city is April 2nd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 16th 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 Empire city, OK
The average first frost date in fall for Empire city is November 4th. 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 Empire city, OK
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Empire city is approximately 216 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.
Empire city, OK Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Empire city, OK Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th), starting French Lavender seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from January 22nd to February 5th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Brussel Sprout seeds indoors (from February 19th to March 5th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from February 5th to February 19th), and direct sowing Pea (from February 19th to March 5th).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Beet (from March 19th to April 2nd), direct sowing Crimson Clover (from March 5th to March 19th), and direct sowing Flax (from March 5th to March 19th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from April 16th to April 30th), direct sowing Zinnia (from April 9th to April 23rd), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from April 2nd to April 16th).