Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Fond du lac, WI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5a.
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Fond du lac, WI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Fond du lac, WI
The average last frost date in spring for Fond du lac is May 6th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 20th 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 Fond du lac, WI
The average first frost date in fall for Fond du lac is October 10th. 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 Fond du lac, WI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Fond du lac is approximately 157 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.
Fond du lac, WI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Fond du lac, WI Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th), starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th), and starting Impatiens seeds indoors (from February 25th to March 11th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Cabbage seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from March 11th to March 25th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing California Poppy (from April 8th to April 22nd), direct sowing Dill (from April 22nd to May 6th), and direct sowing Poppy (from April 8th to April 22nd).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 13th to May 27th), direct sowing Cucumber (from May 13th to May 27th), and direct sowing Zinnia (from May 13th to May 27th).