Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Clear lake, SD, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4b.
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Clear lake, SD Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Clear lake, SD
The average last frost date in spring for Clear lake 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 Clear lake, SD
The average first frost date in fall for Clear lake 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 Clear lake, SD
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Clear lake is approximately 133 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.
Clear lake, SD Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Clear lake, SD Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Ground Cherry seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from March 20th to April 3rd), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 6th to March 20th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Bok Choy (from April 17th to May 1st), starting Pumpkin seeds indoors (from April 24th to May 1st), and starting Moonflower seeds indoors (from April 3rd to April 17th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Black Bean (from May 29th to June 12th), direct sowing German Chamomile (from May 1st to May 15th), and direct sowing Chia (from May 29th to June 12th).