Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Rush springs, OK, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 7b.
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Rush springs, OK Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Rush springs, OK
The average last frost date in spring for Rush springs is April 5th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until April 19th 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 Rush springs, OK
The average first frost date in fall for Rush springs 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 Rush springs, OK
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Rush springs is approximately 213 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.
Rush springs, OK Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Rush springs, OK Monthly Planting Recommendations
January
In January, recommended activities include starting Artichoke seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th), and starting Rosemary seeds indoors (from January 25th to February 8th).
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd), starting Basil seeds indoors (from February 22nd to March 8th), and starting Stevia seeds indoors (from February 8th to February 22nd).
March
In March, recommended activities include direct sowing Watercress (from March 8th to March 22nd), direct sowing Milk Thistle (from March 22nd to April 5th), and starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from March 15th to March 22nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Runner Bean (from April 12th to April 26th), direct sowing Sesame (from April 19th to May 3rd), and direct sowing Mung Bean (from April 19th to May 3rd).