Edmonton, AB — Planting Guide
Edmonton is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 7, giving you a growing season of approximately 147 days.
At an elevation of 2,191 ft, Edmonton receives approximately 17.4 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 70°F with winter lows around 6°F. The predominant soil type is Dark Brown Chernozem.
🌡️ Zone
4b (-25°F to -20°F min)
❄️ Last Frost
May 13
🍂 First Frost
October 7
📅 Growing Season
147 days
⛰️ Elevation
2,191 ft
🌧️ Annual Rainfall
17.4 in
Edmonton, AB
Short season
147 days
Last Spring Frost
May 13
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147 growing days
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First Fall Frost
October 7
Edmonton Soil Profile
Soil Type
Dark Brown Chernozem
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Zone 4b
Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: May 13
First Frost: Oct 7
Soil & Growing Conditions in Edmonton
Soil Type
Dark Brown Chernozem
Amend with compost each season to maintain fertility and structure.
Watering Needs
With 17.4 inches annually, regular irrigation is essential. Drip systems and heavy mulching conserve water.
Season Tips
147-day frost-free season
Start warm-season crops indoors and focus on short-season varieties. Cold frames extend your season by 3–4 weeks in fall.
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🥬 Vegetables to Grow in Edmonton
95 vegetables that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Edmonton.
Show all 95 vegetables with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 26 – Sep 30 | 80–100 |
| Amaranth | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Sep 2 – Oct 21 | 90–120 |
| Arugula | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 30–50 |
| Asparagus | — | — | May 27 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Beets | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Jul 29 | 50–70 |
| Belgian Endive | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Sep 2 – Oct 7 | 110–150 |
| Black Beans | — | May 27 | — | — | Aug 26 – Oct 14 | 90–120 |
| Bok Choy | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 29 | 40–60 |
| Broccoli | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 15 – Aug 26 | 60–90 |
| Broccoli Rabe | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 29 | 40–60 |
| Brussels Sprouts | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 12 – Oct 7 | 90–130 |
| Butternut Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Sep 2 – Oct 7 | 85–110 |
| Cabbage | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 15 – Sep 9 | 60–100 |
| Carrots | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Aug 12 | 60–80 |
| Cauliflower | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 9 | 55–100 |
| Celeriac | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 26 – Sep 30 | 100–120 |
| Celery | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 5 – Sep 30 | 80–120 |
| Celtuce | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 15 – Aug 26 | 60–90 |
| Chard | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Aug 26 | 50–60 |
| Chickpeas | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 5 – Sep 16 | 80–110 |
| Chicory | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 15 – Aug 26 | 60–85 |
| Chinese Cabbage | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Aug 5 | 50–70 |
| Christmas Lima Beans | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 26 – Sep 30 | 80–100 |
| Collard Greens | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 9 | 55–75 |
| Corn | — | May 27 | — | — | Jul 29 – Sep 23 | 60–100 |
| Cress | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | May 27 – Jun 17 | 14–21 |
| Crookneck Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 19 | 45–60 |
| Crosne | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Oct 7 – Sep 30 | 150–200 |
| Cucumber | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 23 | 50–70 |
| Daikon | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Jul 29 | 50–70 |
| Delicata Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 26 – Sep 30 | 80–100 |
| Edamame | — | May 27 | — | — | Aug 12 – Sep 23 | 75–100 |
| Endive | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Aug 5 | 45–65 |
| Escarole | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Aug 5 | 50–70 |
| Fava Beans | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 29 – Sep 9 | 75–100 |
| Fennel | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 5 – Sep 16 | 60–90 |
| Garlic | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Nov 25 – Jan 20 | 90–240 |
| Green Beans | — | May 27 | — | — | Jul 22 – Sep 16 | 50–65 |
| Horseradish | — | — | May 27 | — | Sep 30 – Oct 21 | 120–180 |
| Hubbard Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Sep 16 – Oct 21 | 100–120 |
| Kabocha | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Sep 2 – Sep 30 | 85–100 |
| Kai Lan | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Jul 29 | 45–60 |
| Kale | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 2 | 50–70 |
| Kidney Beans | — | May 27 | — | — | Aug 26 – Sep 30 | 85–110 |
| Kohlrabi | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Aug 5 | 45–65 |
| Komatsuna | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Jul 22 | 35–50 |
| Leeks | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 12 – Oct 7 | 90–150 |
| Lentils | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 5 – Sep 16 | 80–110 |
| Lettuce | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 26 | 30–60 |
| Lima Beans | — | May 27 | — | — | Jul 29 – Sep 9 | 60–90 |
| Mache | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 29 | 40–60 |
| Melon | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 30 | 70–100 |
| Microgreens | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | May 20 – Jun 17 | 7–21 |
| Mitsuba | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Aug 26 | 50–70 |
| Mizuna | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Jul 15 | 30–45 |
| Mustard Greens | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 30–50 |
| Napa Cabbage | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Aug 12 | 55–75 |
| Onion | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 12 – Sep 30 | 90–120 |
| Pac Choi | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 22 | 40–55 |
| Parsnip | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Aug 19 – Sep 30 | 100–130 |
| Patty Pan Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 19 | 45–60 |
| Peas | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 2 | 55–70 |
| Peppers | Feb 25 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 5 – Oct 14 | 60–90 |
| Pole Beans | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 23 | 55–70 |
| Potatoes | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 12 – Oct 21 | 70–120 |
| Pumpkin | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Sep 2 – Oct 21 | 85–120 |
| Purslane | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 29 | 40–60 |
| Radicchio | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 15 – Aug 19 | 60–80 |
| Radish | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Jun 3 – Jun 24 | 22–35 |
| Rhubarb | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Romanesco | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 29 – Sep 9 | 75–100 |
| Rutabaga | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Jul 29 – Sep 2 | 80–100 |
| Salsify | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Aug 19 – Sep 30 | 100–130 |
| Savoy Cabbage | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 22 – Sep 16 | 70–110 |
| Scallions | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Aug 5 | 50–70 |
| Scarlet Runner Beans | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 5 – Sep 9 | 60–80 |
| Shallot | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Aug 12 – Sep 30 | 90–120 |
| Shiso | Mar 18 | May 20 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 23 | 50–70 |
| Snap Peas | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 23 | 55–70 |
| Snow Peas | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 2 | 50–65 |
| Soybeans | — | May 27 | — | — | Aug 19 – Oct 14 | 80–120 |
| Spaghetti Squash | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Sep 2 – Sep 30 | 85–100 |
| Spinach | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 35–50 |
| Squash (Summer) | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 23 | 45–65 |
| Squash (Winter) | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 26 – Oct 21 | 80–120 |
| Sunchoke | — | — | May 27 | — | Sep 16 – Oct 21 | 110–150 |
| Sweet Corn | — | May 27 | — | — | Jul 29 – Sep 9 | 60–90 |
| Tatsoi | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Jul 22 | 35–50 |
| Tomatillo | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 5 – Oct 14 | 60–85 |
| Tomatoes | Mar 11 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 5 – Oct 14 | 60–85 |
| Turnip | — | May 6 | — | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Jul 22 | 40–60 |
| Watercress | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 13 | Jul 15 | Jun 24 – Jul 29 | 40–60 |
| Watermelon | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Aug 12 – Sep 30 | 70–100 |
| Wax Beans | — | May 27 | — | — | Jul 22 – Sep 16 | 50–65 |
| Zucchini | Apr 1 | May 27 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 16 | 45–60 |
🍓 Fruits to Grow in Edmonton
22 fruits that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Edmonton.
Show all 22 fruits with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Strawberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | Sep 9 – Nov 4 | 90–180 |
| Aronia | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Blueberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Cantaloupe | — | — | Jun 10 | — | Aug 19 – Sep 23 | 70–90 |
| Cranberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Currants | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Elderberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Goji Berries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Gooseberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Grapes | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Ground Cherry | — | — | Jun 10 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 14 | 65–80 |
| Hardy Kiwi | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Haskaps | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Honeydew | — | — | Jun 10 | — | Sep 2 – Oct 14 | 80–110 |
| Jostaberry | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Lingonberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Medlar | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 1095–1825 |
| Mulberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1825 |
| Persimmon | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 1095–2555 |
| Raspberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 365–730 |
| Serviceberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | — | 730–1095 |
| Strawberries | — | — | Jun 10 | — | Sep 9 – Nov 4 | 90–365 |
🌿 Herbs to Grow in Edmonton
30 herbs that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Edmonton.
Show all 30 herbs with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Harvest | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | — | 365–730 |
| Anise | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Aug 5 – Sep 30 | 90–120 |
| Basil | Mar 18 | May 20 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 30 | 50–75 |
| Bee Balm | — | — | May 20 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 14 | 90–120 |
| Borage | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jul 1 – Aug 19 | 50–60 |
| Caraway | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | — | 365–450 |
| Catnip | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 23 | 60–80 |
| Chamomile | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 16 | 60–90 |
| Chervil | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 40–60 |
| Chives | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Cilantro | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 40–60 |
| Comfrey | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Dill | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 40–60 |
| Fennel (herb) | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 16 | 60–90 |
| Garlic Chives | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Horehound | — | — | May 20 | — | Aug 5 – Sep 30 | 75–90 |
| Hyssop | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 30 | 70–90 |
| Lemon Balm | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 9 | 60–70 |
| Lovage | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 30 | 70–90 |
| Mint | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Oregano | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Parsley | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jul 8 – Sep 9 | 60–80 |
| Rue | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 30 | 70–90 |
| Sage | — | — | May 20 | — | Aug 5 – Sep 30 | 75–90 |
| Savory | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 15 – Sep 9 | 50–70 |
| Sorrel | Apr 1 | May 6 | May 6 | Jul 15 | Jun 17 – Aug 19 | 40–60 |
| Tarragon | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 30 | 60–90 |
| Thai Basil | Mar 18 | May 20 | Jun 3 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 30 | 50–75 |
| Thyme | — | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Sep 30 | 70–90 |
| Valerian | — | — | May 20 | — | Sep 23 – Oct 14 | 120–180 |
🌸 Flowers to Grow in Edmonton
49 flowers that grow well in Zone 4b with planting dates for Edmonton.
Show all 49 flowers with planting dates
| Plant | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Fall Plant | Bloom | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageratum | Mar 25 | May 20 | May 20 | — | Jul 15 – Sep 30 | 60–75 |
| Alliums | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Sep 30 – Oct 28 | 28–42 |
| Astilbe | Mar 4 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 14 | 70–100 |
| Bachelor's Button | Mar 25 | Apr 29 | May 13 | — | Jul 15 – Sep 16 | 60–90 |
| Begonias | Feb 25 | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 7 | 70–90 |
| Black-eyed Susan | Mar 4 | May 13 | May 27 | — | Aug 19 – Nov 4 | 60–80 |
| Bleeding Hearts | Mar 4 | — | May 27 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 2 | 60–90 |
| Calendula | Mar 25 | Apr 29 | May 13 | — | Jul 1 – Sep 16 | 50–70 |
| Celosia | Apr 8 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 14 | 60–90 |
| Columbine | Mar 4 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 9 | 70–100 |
| Coreopsis | Mar 4 | May 20 | May 27 | — | Aug 12 – Nov 4 | 60–80 |
| Cosmos | Apr 15 | May 20 | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 21 | 60–90 |
| Crocus | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Jul 1 – Jul 29 | 10–20 |
| Daffodils | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Jul 8 – Aug 5 | 20–40 |
| Dahlias | Apr 15 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Aug 26 – Nov 4 | 70–120 |
| Daylily | Mar 4 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 26 – Nov 4 | 60–90 |
| Dianthus | Mar 11 | Apr 22 | May 6 | — | Jun 24 – Sep 2 | 60–80 |
| Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) | Mar 4 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Aug 26 – Nov 4 | 70–90 |
| Foxglove | Mar 4 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 2 | 80–120 |
| Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) | Mar 18 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Aug 5 – Nov 11 | 70–100 |
| Geraniums | Feb 25 | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 7 | 70–100 |
| Gladiolus | — | May 20 | May 20 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 28 | 70–100 |
| Hostas | Feb 25 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 26 – Nov 4 | 60–90 |
| Hyacinths | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Jul 29 – Aug 19 | 14–28 |
| Hydrangeas | Feb 25 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 21 | 90–150 |
| Impatiens | Mar 11 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 12 – Oct 14 | 60–75 |
| Irises | — | Division | May 27 | — | Jul 22 – Aug 26 | 60–100 |
| Larkspur | — | Apr 15 | — | — | Jun 24 – Aug 12 | 60–90 |
| Lilies | — | Division | May 27 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 21 | 70–120 |
| Lobelia | Mar 4 | — | May 13 | — | Jul 8 – Sep 9 | 70–80 |
| Lupine | Mar 4 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 2 | 75–100 |
| Marigolds | Apr 1 | May 20 | May 20 | — | Jul 15 – Sep 30 | 50–70 |
| Nasturtium | Apr 15 | May 20 | May 20 | — | Jul 15 – Oct 7 | 55–65 |
| Pansy | Feb 25 | — | May 13 | — | Jul 8 – Aug 26 | 70–90 |
| Peonies | — | Division | May 27 | — | Aug 5 – Sep 9 | 90–120 |
| Petunia | Mar 11 | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 14 | 70–90 |
| Phlox | Mar 4 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Aug 19 – Oct 28 | 80–110 |
| Portulaca | Apr 8 | May 27 | May 27 | — | Jul 15 – Sep 30 | 50–70 |
| Roses | Feb 25 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 19 – Nov 4 | 90–180 |
| Salvia | Mar 11 | — | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 7 | 70–90 |
| Sedum (Stonecrop) | Mar 4 | — | May 27 | — | Sep 30 – Nov 25 | 60–90 |
| Snapdragon | Mar 4 | — | May 13 | — | Jul 22 – Sep 16 | 70–100 |
| Sunflower | Apr 22 | May 20 | May 20 | — | Aug 12 – Oct 14 | 70–100 |
| Sweet Alyssum | Mar 25 | May 6 | May 13 | — | Jun 24 – Aug 26 | 45–60 |
| Sweet Pea | Apr 1 | Apr 8 | May 13 | — | Aug 5 – Sep 23 | 65–85 |
| Tulips | — | — | — | Aug 26 | Jul 22 – Aug 12 | 15–30 |
| Vinca (Annual) | Feb 25 | — | May 27 | — | Aug 5 – Oct 14 | 70–90 |
| Yarrow | Mar 4 | May 13 | May 27 | — | Aug 12 – Nov 4 | 60–90 |
| Zinnia | Apr 15 | May 20 | May 20 | — | Jul 29 – Oct 14 | 60–70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What planting zone is Edmonton, AB?
Edmonton is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. This zone classification determines which perennial plants survive winter and sets the baseline for frost timing across the county.
When is the last frost in Edmonton, AB?
Based on 30 years of NOAA weather station data, the median last spring frost in Edmonton falls around May 13. Plan transplants and direct-sow dates relative to this date.
When is the first fall frost in Edmonton, AB?
The median first fall frost in Edmonton arrives around October 7. Harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops — tomatoes, peppers, basil, squash — before this date.
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