Planting Dates in Relation to Frost
Hardy- |
Semi-Hardy |
Tender |
Very Tender |
Beet |
Cauliflower |
Snap Bean |
Cucumber |
Broccoli |
Potato |
Sweet Corn |
Eggplant |
Cabbage |
Tomato |
Muskmelon |
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Chard |
Pepper |
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Carrot |
Pumpkin |
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Kale |
Squash |
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Lettuce |
Watermelon |
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Onion |
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Pea |
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Radish |
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Spinach |
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Turnip |
Definitions:
Hardy: Plant as soon as ground can be prepared, can withstand cold temperatures with little or no mulch.
Semi-Hardy: Plant 1-2 weeks before average date of last frost, can withstand moderately cold temperatures, mulch.
Tender: Plant 1 week after date of last frost, may withstand very mild frost.
Very Tender: Plant 2 weeks after average date of last frost, cannot withstand frost.
