Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Wales, UT, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 6a.
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Wales, UT Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Wales, UT
The average last frost date in spring for Wales is May 30th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 13th 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 Wales, UT
The average first frost date in fall for Wales 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 Wales, UT
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Wales is approximately 118 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.
Wales, UT Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Wales, UT Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Snapdragon seeds indoors (from March 21st to April 4th), starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from March 21st to April 4th), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from March 21st to April 4th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Pea (from April 18th to May 2nd), starting Thyme seeds indoors (from April 4th to April 18th), and starting Basil seeds indoors (from April 18th to May 2nd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from May 16th to May 30th), direct sowing Sweet Pea (from May 2nd to May 16th), and direct sowing Fenugreek (from May 30th to June 13th).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Mung Bean (from June 13th to June 27th), direct sowing Black Bean (from June 13th to June 27th), and direct sowing Cantaloupe (from June 6th to June 20th).