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Weld County, CO — Planting Guide

Weld County is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 2 and the first fall frost is October 7, giving you a growing season of approximately 158 days.

At an elevation of 6,992 ft, Weld County receives approximately 18.8 in of rainfall annually. Summer highs average 87°F with winter lows around 17°F. The predominant soil type is Loam.

🌡️ Zone

5b (-15°F to -10°F min)

❄️ Last Frost

May 2

🍂 First Frost

October 7

📅 Growing Season

158 days

⛰️ Elevation

6,992 ft

🌧️ Annual Rainfall

18.8 in

Weld County, CO Moderate season
158 days
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Last Spring Frost May 2
➔ 158 growing days ➔
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First Fall Frost October 7

Weld County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Zone 5b Frost Countdown
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Last Frost: May 2 First Frost: Oct 7

Soil & Growing Conditions in Weld County

Soil Type

Loam

Ideal for most crops — holds moisture and nutrients while draining well.

Watering Needs

With 18.8 inches annually, regular irrigation is essential. Drip systems and heavy mulching conserve water.

Season Tips

158-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 Weld County

105 vegetables that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Weld County.

Show all 105 vegetables with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Acorn Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 8 – Sep 12 80–100
Amaranth Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Oct 3 90–120
Arugula Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 30–50
Asparagus — — May 16 — — 730–1095
Beets — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 11 50–70
Belgian Endive Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Aug 22 – Oct 17 110–150
Bitter Melon Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 18 – Aug 29 60–90
Black Beans — May 9 — — Aug 8 – Sep 26 90–120
Bok Choy Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 18 40–60
Broccoli Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 4 – Aug 15 60–90
Broccoli Rabe Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 18 40–60
Brussels Sprouts Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Aug 1 – Sep 26 90–130
Butternut Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Sep 19 85–110
Cabbage Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 4 – Aug 29 60–100
Calabash Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Aug 8 – Oct 3 80–120
Carrots — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Jun 20 – Jul 25 60–80
Cauliflower Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 29 55–100
Celeriac Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Aug 15 – Sep 19 100–120
Celery Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 25 – Sep 19 80–120
Celtuce Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 4 – Aug 15 60–90
Chard Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 15 50–60
Chickpeas Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 25 – Sep 5 80–110
Chicory Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 4 – Aug 15 60–85
Chinese Cabbage Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Jul 25 50–70
Christmas Lima Beans Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Aug 8 – Sep 12 80–100
Collard Greens Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 29 55–75
Corn — May 9 — — Jul 11 – Sep 5 60–100
Cowpeas — May 9 — — Jul 11 – Aug 22 60–90
Cress Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 May 16 – Jun 6 14–21
Crookneck Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 4 – Aug 1 45–60
Crosne — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Sep 19 – Oct 3 150–200
Cucumber Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 5 50–70
Daikon — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 11 50–70
Delicata Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 8 – Sep 12 80–100
Edamame — May 9 — — Jul 25 – Sep 5 75–100
Eggplant Feb 21 May 9 May 16 — Jul 25 – Sep 26 65–85
Endive Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 20 – Jul 25 45–65
Escarole Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Jul 25 50–70
Fava Beans Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 18 – Aug 29 75–100
Fennel Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 18 – Aug 29 60–90
Garlic — — — Aug 26 Nov 25 – Feb 10 90–240
Green Beans — May 9 — — Jul 4 – Aug 29 50–65
Horseradish — — May 16 — Sep 19 – Oct 31 120–180
Hot Peppers Feb 21 May 9 May 16 — Jul 25 – Oct 31 70–120
Hubbard Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 29 – Oct 3 100–120
Kabocha Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Sep 12 85–100
Kai Lan Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 20 – Jul 18 45–60
Kale Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 22 50–70
Kidney Beans — May 9 — — Aug 8 – Sep 12 85–110
Kohlrabi Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 20 – Jul 25 45–65
Komatsuna Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Jul 11 35–50
Leeks Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Aug 1 – Oct 17 90–150
Lentils Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 25 – Sep 5 80–110
Lettuce Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 15 30–60
Lima Beans — May 9 — — Jul 11 – Aug 22 60–90
Mache Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 18 40–60
Melon Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 25 – Sep 12 70–100
Microgreens Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 May 9 – Jun 6 7–21
Mitsuba Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 20 – Aug 15 50–70
Mizuna Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Jul 4 30–45
Mustard Greens Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 30–50
Napa Cabbage Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 1 55–75
New Zealand Spinach Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 8 55–70
Okra Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 5 50–65
Onion Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Aug 1 – Sep 19 90–120
Pac Choi Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 11 40–55
Parsnip — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Aug 1 – Sep 12 100–130
Patty Pan Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 4 – Aug 1 45–60
Peas Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 22 55–70
Peppers Feb 21 May 9 May 16 — Jul 18 – Sep 26 60–90
Pole Beans Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 5 55–70
Potatoes Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 25 – Oct 3 70–120
Pumpkin Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Oct 3 85–120
Purslane Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 18 40–60
Radicchio Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 4 – Aug 8 60–80
Radish — Apr 18 — Jul 29 May 16 – Jun 6 22–35
Rhubarb — — May 23 — — 365–730
Romanesco Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 18 – Aug 29 75–100
Rutabaga — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Jul 11 – Aug 15 80–100
Salsify — Apr 18 — Jul 29 Aug 1 – Sep 12 100–130
Savoy Cabbage Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jul 11 – Sep 5 70–110
Scallions Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Jul 25 50–70
Scarlet Runner Beans Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 18 – Aug 22 60–80
Shallot Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Aug 1 – Sep 19 90–120
Shiso Mar 14 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 5 50–70
Snap Peas Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 5 55–70
Snow Peas Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 22 50–65
Soybeans — May 9 — — Aug 1 – Sep 26 80–120
Spaghetti Squash Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Sep 12 85–100
Spinach Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 35–50
Squash (Summer) Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 4 – Sep 5 45–65
Squash (Winter) Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Aug 8 – Oct 3 80–120
Sunchoke — — May 16 — Sep 5 – Oct 31 110–150
Sweet Corn — May 9 — — Jul 11 – Aug 22 60–90
Sweet Potatoes Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Oct 3 90–120
Tatsoi Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Jul 11 35–50
Tomatillo Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 18 – Sep 26 60–85
Tomatoes Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 18 – Sep 26 60–85
Turnip — Apr 18 — Jul 29 May 30 – Jul 4 40–60
Watercress Mar 28 Apr 18 May 2 Jul 29 Jun 13 – Jul 18 40–60
Watermelon Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 25 – Sep 12 70–100
Wax Beans — May 9 — — Jul 4 – Aug 29 50–65
Winter Melon Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Aug 15 – Oct 3 90–120
Yard Long Beans Mar 7 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 22 55–80
Zucchini Mar 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 4 – Aug 29 45–60

🍓 Fruits to Grow in Weld County

27 fruits that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Weld County.

Show all 27 fruits with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Alpine Strawberries — — May 23 — Aug 22 – Nov 7 90–180
Aronia — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Blackberries — — May 23 — — 365–730
Blueberries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Boysenberries — — May 23 — — 365–730
Cantaloupe — — May 23 — Aug 1 – Sep 5 70–90
Che Fruit — — May 23 — — 1095–1825
Cranberries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Currants — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Elderberries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Goji Berries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Gooseberries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Grapes — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Ground Cherry — — May 23 — Aug 1 – Sep 26 65–80
Hardy Kiwi — — May 23 — — 1095–1825
Haskaps — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Honeydew — — May 23 — Aug 15 – Sep 26 80–110
Jostaberry — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Lingonberries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Medlar — — May 23 — — 1095–1825
Mulberries — — May 23 — — 730–1825
Pawpaw — — May 23 — — 1095–2555
Persimmon — — May 23 — — 1095–2555
Quince — — May 23 — — 1095–1825
Raspberries — — May 23 — — 365–730
Serviceberries — — May 23 — — 730–1095
Strawberries — — May 23 — Aug 22 – Nov 7 90–365

🌿 Herbs to Grow in Weld County

34 herbs that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Weld County.

Show all 34 herbs with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Harvest Days to Maturity
Angelica Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 — 365–730
Anise Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jul 25 – Oct 10 90–120
Basil Mar 14 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 12 50–75
Bee Balm — — May 9 — Aug 8 – Oct 24 90–120
Borage Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 20 – Aug 8 50–60
Caraway Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 — 365–450
Catnip — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 12 60–80
Chamomile Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Sep 5 60–90
Chervil Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 40–60
Chives — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 60–90
Cilantro Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 40–60
Comfrey — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 60–90
Cumin Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Aug 8 – Oct 10 100–120
Dill Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 40–60
Epazote Mar 14 May 9 May 16 — Jul 4 – Aug 29 45–60
Fennel (herb) Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Sep 5 60–90
Feverfew — — May 9 — Aug 8 – Oct 24 90–120
Garlic Chives — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 60–90
Horehound — — May 9 — Jul 25 – Sep 19 75–90
Hyssop — — May 9 — Jul 18 – Sep 19 70–90
Lemon Balm — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Aug 29 60–70
Lemon Thyme — — May 9 — Jul 18 – Sep 19 70–90
Lovage — — May 9 — Jul 18 – Sep 19 70–90
Mint — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 60–90
Oregano — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 60–90
Parsley Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 27 – Aug 29 60–80
Rue — — May 9 — Jul 18 – Sep 19 70–90
Sage — — May 9 — Jul 25 – Sep 19 75–90
Savory — — May 9 — Jul 4 – Aug 29 50–70
Sorrel Mar 28 Apr 18 Apr 25 Jul 29 Jun 6 – Aug 8 40–60
Tarragon — — May 9 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 60–90
Thai Basil Mar 14 May 9 May 16 — Jul 11 – Sep 12 50–75
Thyme — — May 9 — Jul 18 – Sep 19 70–90
Valerian — — May 9 — Sep 12 – Oct 24 120–180

🌸 Flowers to Grow in Weld County

51 flowers that grow well in Zone 5b with planting dates for Weld County.

Show all 51 flowers with planting dates
Plant Start Indoors Direct Sow Transplant Fall Plant Bloom Days to Maturity
Ageratum Mar 14 May 9 May 9 — Jul 4 – Oct 3 60–75
Alliums — — — Aug 26 Sep 30 – Oct 21 28–42
Anemones Apr 4 — May 2 — Jun 6 – Jul 4 90–120
Astilbe Feb 28 — May 16 — Aug 1 – Oct 10 70–100
Bachelor's Button Mar 21 Apr 11 May 2 — Jul 4 – Sep 19 60–90
Begonias Feb 21 — May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 10 70–90
Black-eyed Susan Feb 28 May 2 May 16 — Aug 1 – Nov 7 60–80
Bleeding Hearts Feb 28 — May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 22 60–90
Calendula Mar 21 Apr 11 May 2 — Jun 20 – Sep 19 50–70
Celosia Mar 28 May 9 May 9 — Jul 11 – Oct 17 60–90
Columbine Feb 28 May 16 May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 22 70–100
Coreopsis Feb 28 May 9 May 16 — Jul 25 – Nov 7 60–80
Cosmos Apr 4 May 2 May 2 — Jul 11 – Oct 10 60–90
Crocus — — — Aug 26 Jul 8 – Jul 29 10–20
Daffodils — — — Aug 26 Jul 15 – Aug 5 20–40
Dahlias Apr 4 May 9 May 9 — Aug 1 – Oct 31 70–120
Daylily Feb 28 — May 16 — Aug 8 – Nov 7 60–90
Dianthus Feb 28 Apr 4 Apr 18 — Jun 6 – Aug 29 60–80
Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) Feb 28 May 16 May 16 — Aug 8 – Nov 7 70–90
Foxglove Feb 28 May 16 May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 22 80–120
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower) Mar 7 May 9 May 9 — Jul 18 – Nov 7 70–100
Geraniums Feb 21 — May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 10 70–100
Gladiolus — May 9 May 9 — Aug 1 – Oct 31 70–100
Hostas Feb 21 — May 16 — Aug 8 – Nov 7 60–90
Hyacinths — — — Aug 26 Aug 5 – Sep 2 14–28
Hydrangeas Feb 21 — May 16 — Aug 1 – Oct 24 90–150
Impatiens Mar 7 — May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 17 60–75
Irises — Division May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 15 60–100
Larkspur — Apr 4 — — Jun 13 – Aug 8 60–90
Lavender Feb 21 — May 23 — Aug 1 – Sep 19 90–120
Lilies — Division May 16 — Jul 25 – Oct 24 70–120
Lobelia Feb 21 — Apr 25 — Jun 20 – Sep 5 70–80
Lupine Feb 28 May 16 May 16 — Jul 11 – Aug 22 75–100
Marigolds Mar 21 May 9 May 9 — Jul 4 – Oct 3 50–70
Nasturtium Apr 4 May 9 May 9 — Jul 4 – Oct 17 55–65
Pansy Feb 21 — May 2 — Jun 27 – Aug 29 70–90
Peonies — Division May 16 — Jul 25 – Sep 5 90–120
Petunia Mar 7 — May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 17 70–90
Phlox Feb 28 May 16 May 16 — Aug 1 – Oct 24 80–110
Portulaca Mar 28 May 9 May 9 — Jun 27 – Oct 3 50–70
Roses Feb 21 — May 16 — Aug 1 – Nov 7 90–180
Salvia Feb 28 — May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 17 70–90
Sedum (Stonecrop) Feb 28 — May 16 — Sep 12 – Nov 21 60–90
Snapdragon Feb 21 Apr 18 May 2 — Jul 11 – Sep 19 70–100
Sunflower Apr 11 May 9 May 9 — Aug 1 – Oct 17 70–100
Sweet Alyssum Mar 14 Apr 18 May 2 — Jun 13 – Aug 22 45–60
Sweet Pea Mar 21 Mar 28 May 2 — Jul 18 – Sep 19 65–85
Tulips — — — Aug 26 Jul 29 – Aug 19 15–30
Vinca (Annual) Feb 14 — May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 10 70–90
Yarrow Feb 28 May 2 May 16 — Jul 25 – Nov 7 60–90
Zinnia Apr 4 May 9 May 9 — Jul 18 – Oct 17 60–70

Monthly Planting Guide for Weld County

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Frequently Asked Questions

What planting zone is Weld County, CO?

Weld County is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. 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 Weld County, CO?

Based on 30 years of NOAA weather station data, the median last spring frost in Weld County falls around May 2. Plan transplants and direct-sow dates relative to this date.

When is the first fall frost in Weld County, CO?

The median first fall frost in Weld County arrives around October 7. Harvest or protect frost-sensitive crops — tomatoes, peppers, basil, squash — before this date.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates represent 50% probability averages; local conditions vary by elevation and microclimate. Last updated: July 2026.

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