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Hepler, KS — Planting Guide for June

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Crawford County, Kansas Zone 7a June

What to do in June

Each item below is timed to Crawford County, Kansas's frost dates and soil temperatures. Skip nothing, stress about nothing.

Avg. last frost April 8
Avg. first frost October 26
Soil temp (4") 73°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.6 hrs
  1. Sow peppers, astilbe, and begonias in trays indoors

    Your window is short. These crops want several weeks of indoor growth before they go outside.

  2. Collect basil, carrots, and cucumber at their peak

    If you can't use it all right away, check the food-preservation section of your planner.

Before July arrives, get these ready
  • First harvests: basil, carrots, and cucumber

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Hepler has a classic four-season growing climate (Zone 7a). The last spring frost typically lands around April 8 and the first fall frost arrives around October 26 — a 201-day frost-free season that's long enough for tomatoes, peppers, melons, and a full succession of cool-weather crops on either side. The trick is timing: start warm-season seedlings indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost, harden them off, and plant out the week after your local frost date is statistically safe.

Soils trend Loam — the gold standard for vegetables. Add 2–3" of compost annually to maintain it and you'll outgrow most of your neighbors.

Hepler averages 21.0 drought weeks per year (US Drought Monitor, 2000–present, trend worsening). Treat irrigation as a year-round system, not a summer add-on.

🌡️ USDA Zone

7a (0°F to 5°F min)

❄️ Avg. Last Frost

April 8

🍂 Avg. First Frost

October 26

📅 Growing Season

201 days

🌧️ Climate

Unknown 0.0" annual

💨 Wind

Moderate 9.4 mph avg

🥶 Frost Tier

Regular 0% frost-free years

🏜️ Drought

21.0 wk/yr trend worsening

📍 ZIP Codes

1 ZIP

Hepler, KS Long season
201 days
❄
Last Spring Frost April 8
➔ 201 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost October 26

Monthly Watering Calendar for Hepler

When you'll need to water your garden — based on average monthly rainfall vs. the ~1 inch/week most gardens need.

For new gardeners: The 1-inch-per-week rule applies to most vegetable crops. Hepler averages 0" a year — divide by 52 and compare to that 1" target. Some months are above, some below; that's where the calendar earns its keep.

1"/wk 0" 1.3" 2.6" 3.9" 5.2" Jan 0.8" Feb 1" +1.8" Mar 2.5" +0.4" Apr 3.9" May 4.8" Jun 5.2" +0.4" Jul 3.9" Aug 4.6" +1.5" Sep 2.8" +1.9" Oct 2.4" Nov 1.1" Dec 1"
Rainfall sufficient Supplemental water needed Heavy watering required - - - 1"/week garden need
View detailed monthly data
MonthAvg RainfallRainy DaysExtra Water NeededWatering Effort
Jan 0.8 in 3 days — None
Feb 1 in 5 days — None
Mar 2.5 in 5 days 1.8 in High
Apr 3.9 in 7 days 0.4 in Low
May 4.8 in 10 days — Low
Jun 5.2 in 9 days — Low
Jul 3.9 in 7 days 0.4 in Low
Aug 4.6 in 6 days — Low
Sep 2.8 in 5 days 1.5 in Moderate
Oct 2.4 in 5 days 1.9 in High
Nov 1.1 in 4 days — None
Dec 1 in 3 days — None

Annual total: 34 in. Water needs vary by crop — tomatoes need ~1.2"/week while herbs like rosemary need only 0.3"/week. Check individual plant pages for crop-specific water budgets that factor in your county's rainfall and soil drainage.

Hepler Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.2-7.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Frost Risk Probability

Based on 31 years of NOAA weather station data from 3 stations

Too early frost risk Safe to Plant Apr 8 → Oct 26 201 frost-free days Protect crops frost returns Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Safe: Apr 21 Protect by: Nov 9

Beginners: Plant frost-sensitive crops (tomatoes, peppers, squash) after the "Safe" date on the left. Harvest or cover them before the "Protect by" date on the right. Hardy crops (lettuce, peas, kale) can go in the yellow transition zones.

How to read this table: "Conservative" means you're safe from frost 9 out of 10 years — best for beginners and frost-sensitive crops. "Average year" is the typical date. "Aggressive" means only 1 in 10 years is that warm — experienced gardeners with frost protection can try these dates.

Planting Strategy Last Spring Frost First Fall Frost Frost-Free Days
Conservative (safest) Apr 21 Nov 9 202 days
Cautious Apr 14 Oct 30 199 days
Average year Apr 8 Oct 26 201 days
Optimistic Apr 2 Oct 20 201 days
Aggressive (risky) Mar 22 Oct 15 207 days
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How predictable are frost dates here?

Not very — frost dates can vary by ±30 days year-to-year. Use the "Conservative" row in the table below, and keep row covers handy for surprise late frosts.

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Is the growing season changing?

Yes — growing seasons are getting shorter here (about 2.2 days per decade). Use the "Conservative" dates and choose fast-maturing varieties.

Gardening Difficulty Score

63 Good
Frost Timing Risk
10.0/10
Drought Risk
3.5/10
Soil Difficulty
0.0/10
Altitude Challenge
0.0/10
Climate Shift
8.7/10
Rainfall Challenge
0.0/10

Crawford County offers good growing conditions. A little planning around frost dates goes a long way.

Zone 7a Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: Apr 8 First Frost: Oct 26

Local Gardening Help in Crawford County

Free expert help is closer than you think. Your county's cooperative extension office connects you with trained gardeners, soil testing labs, and local programs — all specific to Crawford County's climate and soil.

County Extension Office

Crawford County Kansas State University Extension Extension Office

Phone: 785-532-5820

Visit Extension Office Website →

Extension offices are run by land-grant universities and funded by the USDA. Their advice is free, research-based, and tailored to your county's specific conditions.

Master Gardener Program

Free gardening help from trained volunteers

Master Gardeners are community volunteers who complete 40–60 hours of university horticultural training. They answer gardening questions, diagnose plant problems, and offer workshops — all free.

Find Master Gardeners in KS →

Many extension offices run a Master Gardener hotline where you can call or email with photos of plant problems for free diagnosis.

Soil Testing

Available through your extension office

Before amending your soil, get it tested. Your extension office offers soil testing (typically $10–$25) that tells you exact pH, nutrient levels, and amendment recommendations specific to what you want to grow.

Request a Soil Test →

Services Available in Crawford County

Soil testing Pest identification Gardening workshops
Finding local nurseries & garden centers in Crawford County

Why Buy Local

Local nurseries carry plants that are proven to grow in your area. Staff can give you advice specific to Crawford County's soil and climate that big-box stores can't. Plants from local growers are typically hardier because they're already acclimated to your zone.

How to Find Them

Search for "nurseries near Crawford County KS" or "garden center Crawford County" on Google Maps. Also check with your extension office — they often maintain lists of reputable local nurseries and plant sales.

Community gardens & gardening groups

Community gardens are a great way to learn from experienced gardeners in your area, especially if you're limited on space. Search "community garden Crawford County KS" or check your extension office and local parks department. Facebook groups like "Crawford County Gardeners" or "Kansas Gardening" are also excellent for local advice and plant swaps.

What to Plant After Your Harvest

After your first crops finish, use the remaining frost-free days to grow a second round.

After Carrots (harvest ends Jul 15) 103 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Potatoes (harvest ends Sep 9) 47 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Crocus 10-20d Hyacinths 14-28d
After Beets (harvest ends Jul 1) 117 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Corn (harvest ends Aug 5) 82 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Snap Peas (harvest ends Aug 12) 75 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Broccoli (harvest ends Jul 22) 96 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
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After Cabbage (harvest ends Aug 5) 82 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Watermelon (harvest ends Aug 19) 68 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Sweet Corn (harvest ends Jul 22) 96 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Squash (Summer) (harvest ends Aug 12) 75 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Eggplant (harvest ends Sep 2) 54 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d
After Okra (harvest ends Aug 12) 75 days until frost
Radish 22-35d Lettuce 30-60d Zucchini 45-60d Basil 50-75d Cucumber 50-70d

Sunlight & Day Length in Hepler

Monthly daylight hours and peak sun — critical for onion varieties, photoperiod-sensitive plants, and solar garden planning.

Quick context: Onions are a great example of why day length matters. They "bulb up" only when daylight hits a specific number of hours — plant the wrong variety (short-day in the north, long-day in the south) and you'll get tiny bulbs no matter how well you grow them. Hepler's latitude determines which onion varieties succeed.

Longest Day

14.6 hours

Summer solstice daylight

Shortest Day

9.4 hours

Winter solstice daylight

Peak Sun Hours

10.5 hr/day peak (summer)

Peak sun hours (green dashed line below) account for cloud cover — this is the usable direct sunlight your garden actually receives. Most vegetables need 6+ peak sun hours.

14hr 12hr 4h 7h 10h 13h 16h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) Peak sun hours (direct sunlight after cloud cover) ▪ Gold zone = long day (14+ hr) ▪ Blue zone = short day (<12 hr)

Onion tip: Your long summer days (14+ hours) support long-day onion varieties like Walla Walla, Sweet Spanish, and Ailsa Craig.

View detailed monthly data
MonthDaylight HoursPeak Sun HoursDay Length
January 9.7 hr 5.1 hr Short day
February 10.6 hr 5.8 hr Short day
March 11.7 hr 6.7 hr Short day
April 13 hr 8.1 hr Neutral
May 14 hr 9.1 hr Long day
June 14.6 hr 9.6 hr Long day
July 14.3 hr 10.5 hr Long day
August 13.4 hr 9.1 hr Neutral
September 12.2 hr 8.1 hr Neutral
October 11 hr 7.2 hr Short day
November 9.9 hr 5.6 hr Short day
December 9.4 hr 5.2 hr Short day

Peak sun hours factor in typical cloud cover — use these for solar panel and shade-planning calculations.

Soil Temperature & Composting in Hepler

Monthly soil temps tell you when to plant warm-season crops, and when your compost pile is actively working.

The practical takeaway: Air temperature lies. Your air can be 70°F in April but the soil 4 inches down is still 50°F — too cold for tomatoes or peppers to root properly. Hepler's soil temperature curve tells you the real planting window. A $5 soil thermometer pays for itself in one season.

Plant Warm Crops When

Soil reaches 60°F+

Soil warm enough from May through Oct.

Best Month to Compost

Jun

Microbial activity peaks when soil is warm.

Active Composting

7 months

Solid season. Piles go dormant in winter.

60°F 70°F 10° 33° 55° 78° 100° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
4" depth 8" depth - - - 60°F (corn, beans) - - - 70°F (tomatoes, peppers)
View detailed monthly data
MonthSoil 4" DeepSoil 8" DeepCompost ActivityTime to Finish
Jan 30°F 38°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Feb 31°F 38°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks
Mar 42°F 42°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Apr 53°F 50°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
May 63°F 61°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Jun 73°F 69°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Jul 80°F 75°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Aug 84°F 77°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Sep 74°F 74°F 🔥 Peak ~8 weeks
Oct 65°F 67°F ♻️ Active ~14 weeks
Nov 49°F 57°F 🐢 Slow ~24 weeks
Dec 39°F 45°F ❄️ Dormant ~36 weeks

Highlighted rows = soil 60°F+ (safe for warm-season transplants). Compost finishes fastest during peak activity months.

Pest & Disease Pressure in Hepler

Computed from local climate patterns — warmer, humid conditions increase pest generations and fungal disease risk.

What this means for you: Pest pressure is a function of climate, not effort. Hepler's baseline tells you how much vigilance is normal. A bad pest year in low-pressure region = a normal year in high-pressure region.

Insect Pest Pressure

5.8 / 10

Moderate — common pests appear but manageable with monitoring.

Disease Risk

1.5 / 10

Low disease risk — dry conditions reduce fungal problems.

Seasonal Risk

Spring Low
Summer High
Fall Low
Winter Low
View 6 common pests in your area
PestRisk LevelPeak Months
Aphids Moderate Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Japanese beetles High Jun, Jul, Aug
Squash vine borers Moderate Jun, Jul
Tomato hornworms Moderate Jun, Jul, Aug
Cucumber beetles Moderate May, Jun, Jul
Stink bugs Low Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Organic pest management tips
  • Maintain healthy soil with regular compost additions to build natural pest resistance
  • Practice crop rotation annually to break pest cycles
  • Encourage beneficial insects with flowering herbs like dill, fennel, and yarrow

Cover Crops for Hepler

Cover crops protect bare soil, fix nitrogen, suppress weeds, and improve soil structure — with planting dates calibrated for your area.

Why this matters: You don't need a farm to use cover crops. A 4x8 raised bed accepts cover crops just as well as a half-acre. Hepler's climate determines the calendar; the principle is universal.

Spring Cover Crops (3 options) — Build soil before the main growing season
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Buckwheat Apr 10 Aug 24 — Rapid growth, attracts pollinators, suppresses weeds
Sorghum-sudan grass Apr 15 Aug 24 — Massive biomass, breaks compaction, suppresses nematodes
White clover Mar 10 Aug 31 ✓ Yes Living mulch, fixes nitrogen, permanent ground cover
Summer Cover Crops (1 options) — Fill gaps and suppress weeds between plantings
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Sunflowers Apr 27 Oct 12 — Deep roots break compaction, attract pollinators and beneficial insects
Fall Cover Crops (7 options) — Plant after harvest to protect soil over winter
Crop Plant By Terminate N-Fixing Soil Benefit
Austrian winter peas Aug 23 Mar 18 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, good for heavy clay soils
Crimson clover Aug 21 Mar 25 ✓ Yes Fixes nitrogen, attracts pollinators in spring
Daikon radish Sep 1 Mar 18 — Deep taproot breaks compaction, excellent for clay soils
Hairy vetch Aug 18 Mar 25 ✓ Yes Excellent nitrogen fixer, good for depleted soils
Oats Sep 12 Mar 18 — Quick biomass, winterkills in cold zones — no spring tillage needed
Winter rye Aug 6 Mar 18 — Suppresses weeds, prevents erosion, breaks up compacted soil
Winter wheat Jul 17 Mar 18 — Erosion control, weed suppression, good biomass

Wind & Microclimate in Hepler

For new gardeners: Wind dries soil, knocks over young transplants, and disrupts pollination for bees and butterflies. Hepler averages 9.4 mph — above 10 mph means windbreaks (shrubs, fences, taller crops to windward), staked tomatoes from day one, and an extra round of watering during dry windy spells. Lower wind = lower water bills and fewer broken stems.

Wind dries soil, stresses plants, and affects frost patterns. Understanding your exposure helps with garden placement.

Seasonal Wind Speed

Spring: 15 mph   Summer: 11 mph

Fall: 12 mph   Winter: 15 mph

Prevailing wind: S. Windy area — plant a windbreak hedge on the S side of your garden.

Windbreak Benefit

7.5/10

Strongly recommended — a windbreak (fence, hedge, or row of tall crops like corn or sunflowers) will significantly improve garden yields.

Frost Pocket Risk

Low

Relatively flat terrain (146 ft range). Frost pocket risk is minimal — garden placement is flexible.

Rainwater Harvesting in Hepler

How much water you can collect, when to collect it, and what size system you need for your garden.

What this means for you: A gravity-fed rain barrel ($75) is the easy entry. A larger cistern ($500-1500) covers a whole growing season. Hepler's 0" annual rainfall determines whether the larger system is overkill or essential.

Annual Collection

16,945 gal

Per 1,000 sq ft of roof area (at 80% collection efficiency)

Recommended Setup

6 rain barrels (55 gal each)

For a typical 500 sq ft garden. Serious collectors: consider a 1,000 gal tank.

Legal Status

Unrestricted

Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state with no restrictions.

Best Collection Months

Apr, May, Jun, Aug

Highest rainfall months — your barrels will fill up quickly during these months.

Months to Draw From Storage

Jan

Dry months when you'll rely on stored water — size your storage for this gap.

Rainwater collection tips for your area
  • Your county receives approximately 34.0 inches of rain per year
  • A 1,000 sq ft roof can collect roughly 16,945 gallons annually
  • Rainwater harvesting is fully legal in your state
  • Use a first-flush diverter to keep roof debris out of your collection

🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Hepler

112 vegetables matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Hepler.

Show all 112 vegetables with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 15 – Aug 19 80–100
Amaranth Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Sep 9 90–120
Artichoke — — Apr 22 — Aug 26 – Nov 4 120–180
Arugula Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 30–50
Asparagus — — Apr 22 — — 730–1095
Beets — Mar 25 — Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 17 50–70
Belgian Endive Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 29 – Sep 23 110–150
Bitter Melon Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 24 – Aug 5 60–90
Black Beans — Apr 15 — — Jul 15 – Sep 2 90–120
Bok Choy Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 24 40–60
Broccoli Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 10 – Jul 22 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 24 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 8 – Sep 2 90–130
Butternut Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Aug 26 85–110
Cabbage Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 10 – Aug 5 60–100
Calabash Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 15 – Sep 9 80–120
Cardoon — — Apr 22 — Aug 26 – Oct 7 120–150
Carrots — Mar 25 — Aug 17 May 27 – Jul 1 60–80
Cauliflower Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Aug 5 55–100
Celeriac Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 22 – Aug 26 100–120
Celery Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 1 – Aug 26 80–120
Celtuce Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 10 – Jul 22 60–90
Chard Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 22 50–60
Chayote Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Aug 26 – Nov 4 120–180
Chickpeas Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 1 – Aug 12 80–110
Chicory Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 10 – Jul 22 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 1 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 15 – Aug 19 80–100
Collard Greens Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Aug 5 55–75
Corn — Apr 15 — — Jun 17 – Aug 12 60–100
Cowpeas — Apr 15 — — Jun 17 – Jul 29 60–90
Cress Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Apr 22 – May 13 14–21
Crookneck Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 10 – Jul 8 45–60
Crosne — Mar 25 — Aug 17 Aug 26 – Oct 28 150–200
Cucumber Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 12 50–70
Daikon — Mar 25 — Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 17 50–70
Delicata Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 15 – Aug 19 80–100
Edamame — Apr 15 — — Jul 1 – Aug 12 75–100
Eggplant Feb 4 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 1 – Sep 2 65–85
Endive Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 27 – Jul 1 45–65
Escarole Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 1 50–70
Fava Beans Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 24 – Aug 5 75–100
Fennel Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 24 – Aug 5 60–90
Garlic — — — Sep 14 Dec 14 – Apr 26 90–240
Green Beans — Apr 15 — — Jun 10 – Aug 5 50–65
Horseradish — — Apr 22 — Aug 26 – Nov 4 120–180
Hot Peppers Feb 4 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 1 – Oct 7 70–120
Hubbard Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Aug 5 – Sep 9 100–120
Jicama Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Aug 26 – Nov 4 120–180
Kabocha Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Aug 19 85–100
Kai Lan Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 27 – Jun 24 45–60
Kale Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 29 50–70
Kidney Beans — Apr 15 — — Jul 15 – Aug 19 85–110
Kohlrabi Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 27 – Jul 1 45–65
Komatsuna Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jun 17 35–50
Leeks Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 8 – Sep 23 90–150
Lentils Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 1 – Aug 12 80–110
Lettuce Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 22 30–60
Lima Beans — Apr 15 — — Jun 17 – Jul 29 60–90
Loofah Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Aug 5 – Oct 7 100–150
Luffa Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Oct 7 90–150
Mache Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 24 40–60
Malabar Spinach Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Jul 15 55–70
Melon Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 1 – Aug 19 70–100
Microgreens Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Apr 15 – May 13 7–21
Mitsuba Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 May 27 – Jul 22 50–70
Mizuna Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jun 10 30–45
Mustard Greens Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 30–50
Napa Cabbage Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 8 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Jul 15 55–70
Okra Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 12 50–65
Onion Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 8 – Aug 26 90–120
Pac Choi Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 17 40–55
Parsnip — Mar 25 — Aug 17 Jul 8 – Aug 19 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 10 – Jul 8 45–60
Peas Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 29 55–70
Peppers Feb 4 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 24 – Sep 2 60–90
Pole Beans Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 12 55–70
Potatoes Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 1 – Sep 9 70–120
Pumpkin Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Sep 9 85–120
Purslane Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 24 40–60
Radicchio Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 10 – Jul 15 60–80
Radish — Mar 25 — Aug 17 Apr 22 – May 13 22–35
Rhubarb — — Apr 29 — — 365–730
Romanesco Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 24 – Aug 5 75–100
Rutabaga — Mar 25 — Aug 17 Jun 17 – Jul 22 80–100
Salsify — Mar 25 — Aug 17 Jul 8 – Aug 19 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 17 – Aug 12 70–110
Scallions Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 1 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 24 – Jul 29 60–80
Shallot Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jul 8 – Aug 26 90–120
Shiso Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 12 50–70
Snap Peas Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 12 55–70
Snow Peas Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Jul 29 50–65
Soybeans — Apr 15 — — Jul 8 – Sep 2 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Aug 19 85–100
Spinach Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 35–50
Squash (Summer) Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 10 – Aug 12 45–65
Squash (Winter) Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 15 – Sep 9 80–120
Sunchoke — — Apr 22 — Aug 12 – Oct 7 110–150
Sweet Corn — Apr 15 — — Jun 17 – Jul 29 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Sep 9 90–120
Tatsoi Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 13 – Jun 17 35–50
Tomatillo Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 24 – Sep 2 60–85
Tomatoes Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 24 – Sep 2 60–85
Turnip — Mar 25 — Aug 17 May 6 – Jun 10 40–60
Watercress Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 8 Aug 17 May 20 – Jun 24 40–60
Watermelon Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 1 – Aug 19 70–100
Wax Beans — Apr 15 — — Jun 10 – Aug 5 50–65
Winter Melon Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jul 22 – Sep 9 90–120
Yard Long Beans Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Jul 29 55–80
Zucchini Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 10 – Aug 5 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Hepler

31 fruits matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Hepler.

Show all 31 fruits with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — Apr 29 — Jul 29 – Nov 11 90–180
Aronia — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — Apr 29 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — Apr 29 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — Apr 29 — Jul 8 – Aug 12 70–90
Che Fruit — — Apr 29 — — 1095–1825
Cranberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Currants — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Elderberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Figs — — Apr 29 — — 730–1825
Goji Berries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — Apr 29 — Jul 8 – Sep 2 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — Apr 29 — — 1095–1825
Haskaps — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Honeydew — — Apr 29 — Jul 22 – Sep 2 80–110
Jostaberry — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Kiwi — — Apr 29 — — 1095–1825
Lingonberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Loquat — — Apr 29 — — 730–1825
Medlar — — Apr 29 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — Apr 29 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — Apr 29 — — 1095–2555
Pomegranate — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Quince — — Apr 29 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — Apr 29 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — Apr 29 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — Apr 29 — Jul 29 – Dec 9 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Hepler

36 herbs matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Hepler.

Show all 36 herbs with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 — 365–730
Anise Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 Jul 1 – Sep 16 90–120
Basil Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 19 50–75
Bee Balm — — Apr 15 — Jul 15 – Sep 30 90–120
Borage Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 May 27 – Jul 15 50–60
Caraway Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 — 365–450
Catnip — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 19 60–80
Chamomile Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Aug 12 60–90
Chervil Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 40–60
Chives — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Cilantro Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 40–60
Comfrey — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Cumin Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 Jul 15 – Sep 16 100–120
Dill Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 40–60
Epazote Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 10 – Aug 5 45–60
Fennel (herb) Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Aug 12 60–90
Feverfew — — Apr 15 — Jul 15 – Sep 30 90–120
Garlic Chives — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Horehound — — Apr 15 — Jul 1 – Aug 26 75–90
Hyssop — — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Aug 26 70–90
Lemon Balm — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 5 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Aug 26 70–90
Lovage — — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Aug 26 70–90
Marjoram — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Mint — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Oregano — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Parsley Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Aug 5 60–80
Rosemary — — Apr 15 — Jul 8 – Nov 25 80–180
Rue — — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Aug 26 70–90
Sage — — Apr 15 — Jul 1 – Aug 26 75–90
Savory — — Apr 15 — Jun 10 – Aug 5 50–70
Sorrel Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 1 Aug 17 May 13 – Jul 15 40–60
Tarragon — — Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Aug 26 60–90
Thai Basil Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 22 — Jun 17 – Aug 19 50–75
Thyme — — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Aug 26 70–90
Valerian — — Apr 15 — Aug 19 – Nov 25 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Hepler

53 flowers matched to Zone 7a with planting dates calibrated for Hepler.

Show all 53 flowers with dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Feb 25 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 3 – Sep 23 60–75
Alliums — — — Sep 21 Oct 19 – Nov 9 28–42
Anemones — — — Aug 31 Sep 14 – Oct 12 90–120
Astilbe Feb 4 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Aug 19 70–100
Bachelor's Button Feb 25 Mar 4 Apr 8 Aug 31 Jun 10 – Sep 9 60–90
Begonias Jan 28 — Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 7 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Feb 4 Apr 8 Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 28 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Feb 4 — Apr 15 — Jun 3 – Jul 8 60–90
Calendula Feb 25 Mar 4 Apr 8 Aug 31 May 27 – Sep 9 50–70
California Poppy — Mar 11 — Aug 31 May 20 – Jul 29 60–90
Celosia Mar 11 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 10 – Oct 7 60–90
Columbine Feb 11 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jun 3 – Jul 8 70–100
Coreopsis Feb 4 Apr 8 Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Oct 28 60–80
Cosmos Mar 11 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 7 60–90
Crocus — — — Sep 21 Aug 17 – Sep 7 10–20
Daffodils — — — Sep 21 Aug 24 – Sep 14 20–40
Dahlias Mar 11 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 28 70–120
Daylily Feb 4 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 28 60–90
Dianthus Feb 11 Mar 4 Mar 18 — May 6 – Aug 5 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Feb 4 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jul 1 – Oct 28 70–90
Foxglove Feb 11 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jun 3 – Jul 8 80–120
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Feb 18 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Nov 11 70–100
Geraniums Jan 28 — Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 7 70–100
Gladiolus — Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 21 70–100
Hostas Jan 28 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 28 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Sep 21 Sep 14 – Oct 5 14–28
Hydrangeas Jan 28 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 14 90–150
Impatiens Feb 11 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 14 60–75
Irises — Division Apr 15 — Jun 3 – Jul 8 60–100
Larkspur — Mar 11 — Aug 17 May 20 – Jul 29 60–90
Lavender Feb 4 — Apr 22 — Jul 1 – Sep 9 90–120
Lilies — Division Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 14 70–120
Lobelia Feb 4 — Mar 18 — May 13 – Aug 5 70–80
Lupine Feb 11 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jun 3 – Jul 8 75–100
Marigolds Feb 25 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 3 – Sep 9 50–70
Nasturtium Mar 11 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 3 – Oct 7 55–65
Pansy Jan 28 — Apr 8 Aug 17 Jun 3 – Aug 12 70–90
Peonies — Division Apr 15 — Jun 10 – Jul 15 90–120
Petunia Feb 11 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 14 70–90
Phlox Feb 4 Apr 15 Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Sep 16 80–110
Portulaca Mar 11 Apr 8 Apr 8 — May 27 – Sep 23 50–70
Ranunculus — — — Aug 31 Sep 28 – Oct 26 90–120
Roses Jan 28 — Apr 15 — Jun 24 – Oct 28 90–180
Salvia Feb 11 — Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 7 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Feb 4 — Apr 15 — Aug 5 – Oct 28 60–90
Snapdragon Jan 28 Mar 11 Apr 8 Aug 31 Jun 17 – Sep 9 70–100
Sunflower Mar 18 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jul 1 – Oct 7 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Feb 25 Mar 11 Apr 8 Sep 14 May 20 – Aug 12 45–60
Sweet Pea — Mar 4 — Aug 31 May 13 – Aug 5 65–85
Tulips — — — Sep 21 Sep 7 – Sep 28 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Jan 28 — Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 7 70–90
Yarrow Feb 4 Apr 8 Apr 15 — Jun 17 – Oct 28 60–90
Zinnia Mar 11 Apr 8 Apr 8 — Jun 17 – Oct 7 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Hepler

ZIP Codes in Hepler

Click any ZIP to see its specific frost, soil, and climate measurements (some ZIPs differ noticeably from the town aggregate):