When to Plant Spinach in Walsh County, ND
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Walsh County, North Dakota is in USDA Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 14 and the first fall frost is September 30, giving you a growing season of approximately 139 days.
At an elevation of 553 feet, Walsh County receives approximately 32.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Spinach to ensure they mature before fall.
Walsh County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.2-7.5
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Spinach Planting Timeline — Walsh County, ND
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 2 | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 14 | May 14 – May 28 |
| Direct Sow | May 7 | May 7 – May 28 |
| Fall Sowing | July 8 | Jul 8 – Jul 22 |
| Harvest | June 18 | Jun 18 – Aug 20 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 3b
Growing Season
139 days
Growing Tips for Walsh County
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Level Up Your Garden
Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Walsh County, ND?
Walsh County is in Zone 3b with an average last frost of May 14. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Walsh County, ND?
Walsh County, North Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b. The average last spring frost is May 14 and first fall frost is September 30.
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