Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Escalante, UT, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6b.
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Escalante, UT Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Escalante, UT
The average last frost date in spring for Escalante is June 3rd. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 17th 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 Escalante, UT
The average first frost date in fall for Escalante is October 1st. 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 Escalante, UT
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Escalante is approximately 120 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.
Escalante, UT Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Escalante, UT Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Begonia seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), starting Celery seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Leek seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include starting Pepper seeds indoors (from April 8th to April 22nd), starting Coleus seeds indoors (from April 8th to April 22nd), and starting Tomato seeds indoors (from April 8th to April 22nd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Carrot (from May 13th to May 27th), direct sowing Watercress (from May 6th to May 20th), and direct sowing Alfalfa (from May 6th to May 20th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Gladiolus (from June 3rd to June 17th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Butternut Squash (from June 10th to June 24th).