Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in Francis creek, WI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 5a.
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Francis creek, WI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for Francis creek, WI
The average last frost date in spring for Francis creek is May 9th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until May 23rd 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 Francis creek, WI
The average first frost date in fall for Francis creek is October 15th. 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 Francis creek, WI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in Francis creek is approximately 159 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.
Francis creek, WI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
Francis creek, WI Monthly Planting Recommendations
February
In February, recommended activities include starting Lavender seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), starting Begonia seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th), and starting Pansy seeds indoors (from February 28th to March 14th).
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Kale seeds indoors (from March 28th to April 11th), starting Statice seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th), and starting Black Eyed Susan seeds indoors (from March 14th to March 28th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Alfalfa (from April 11th to April 25th), direct sowing Garden Cress (from April 11th to April 25th), and direct sowing Potato (from April 11th to April 25th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Morning Glory (from May 16th to May 30th), direct sowing Gladiolus (from May 9th to May 23rd), and direct sowing Runner Bean (from May 16th to May 30th).