Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Vale, SD, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5a.
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Vale, SD Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Vale, SD
The average last frost date in spring for Vale is May 14th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 28th 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 Vale, SD
The average first frost date in fall for Vale 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 Vale, SD
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Vale is approximately 134 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.
Vale, SD Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Vale, SD Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 5th to March 19th), starting Broccoli seeds indoors (from March 19th to April 2nd), and starting Coneflower seeds indoors (from March 19th to April 2nd).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Spinach (from April 2nd to April 16th), direct sowing Calendula (from April 30th to May 14th), and direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 16th to April 30th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Chia (from May 28th to June 11th), direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 14th to May 28th), and direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 14th to May 28th).