Use this planting calendar to find the best times of the year to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, and other popular plants in New lisbon, WI, based on the USDA Hardiness Zone 4b.
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New lisbon, WI Frost Dates & Growing Season
Last Spring Frost Date for New lisbon, WI
The average last frost date in spring for New lisbon is May 20th. For gardeners planting sensitive crops like tomatoes, peppers, and basil, it is generally recommended to wait until June 3rd 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 New lisbon, WI
The average first frost date in fall for New lisbon 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 New lisbon, WI
Based on historical frost data, the estimated growing season length in New lisbon is approximately 128 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.
New lisbon, WI Planting Calendar
This weekly planting calendar displays the ideal windows for starting seeds, transplanting, and harvesting your plants.
New lisbon, WI Monthly Planting Recommendations
March
In March, recommended activities include starting Tomato seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), starting Stevia seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th), and starting Cauliflower seeds indoors (from March 25th to April 8th).
April
In April, recommended activities include direct sowing Flax (from April 22nd to May 6th), direct sowing Potato (from April 22nd to May 6th), and direct sowing Crimson Clover (from April 22nd to May 6th).
May
In May, recommended activities include direct sowing Alyssum (from May 6th to May 20th), direct sowing Lemon Balm (from May 20th to June 3rd), and direct sowing Gladiolus (from May 20th to June 3rd).
June
In June, recommended activities include direct sowing Lima Bean (from June 3rd to June 17th), direct sowing Melon (from June 3rd to June 17th), and direct sowing Watermelon (from June 3rd to June 17th).