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When to plant Lilies in Kiowa County County,

Kiowa County County's 191-day season only supports one Lilies planting per year. Sow between April 22 and May 6 for the best chance at full maturity before October 23.

When to Plant Lilies in Kiowa County, KS

Kiowa County, Kansas Zone 6b June

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

Avg. last frost April 15
Avg. first frost October 23
Soil temp (4") 74°F
Watering Low
Pest pressure High
Daylight 14.6 hrs
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Lilies (Lilium spp.) are among the most impressive summer-blooming bulbs, delivering bold, upward- or outward-facing trumpet blooms on tall stems from June through August. Asiatic hybrids are the most cold-hardy, earliest to bloom, and easiest to grow; Oriental hybrids bloom later with intensely fragrant, larger flowers. Orienpet (OT) hybrids combine the hardiness of Asiatics with the fragrance and size of Orientals. True lilies (not to be confused with daylilies, which are Hemerocallis) form scaly bulbs that persist and multiply underground, returning reliably each year with increasingly large clumps.

Kiowa County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 191 days.

At an elevation of 582 feet, Kiowa County receives approximately 25.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Lilies during the growing season.

Perennial Blooms in Summer Pollinator-friendly Good for cutting Fragrant
Kiowa County, KS (Zone 6b) Moderate season
191 days
Last Spring Frost April 15
191 growing days
First Fall Frost October 23
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Kiowa County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Loam

Soil pH

6.3-7.2

Drainage

Well Drained

Lilies Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (13 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 16 🌸 Bloom: Jun 25 – Oct 1
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (16 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 22 🌸 Bloom: Jul 1 – Oct 7
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (18 days to spare)
Transplant: May 7 🌸 Bloom: Jul 16 – Oct 22

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.

Soil Compatibility in Kiowa County

How your county's soil matches Lilies's growing requirements.

Soil pH

Your soil pH (6.3–7.2) is more alkaline than Lilies prefers (6.0–6.5). Add sulfur or peat moss to lower pH.

Soil Texture

The loam soil in Kiowa County is excellent for Lilies — good drainage, moisture retention, and nutrient holding capacity.

Drainage

Drainage is adequate for Lilies.

Organic Matter

Organic matter is moderate (3.3%). Annual compost additions will help Lilies.

How to Plant Lilies

5"
Planting Depth
12"
Between Plants
18"
Between Rows

Succession Planting Lilies

3
successive plantings in your 191-day season

Sow every 8 weeks. Last sowing by Jun 25 to harvest before frost.

Lilies Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.6″/week
You supply
0.9″/week
Watering frequency 2-3 times/week
Season total 1,504 gal / 100 sq ft
Drought risk

Water stress score is 8/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching

Monthly Watering Guide for Lilies

Lilies needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Lilies Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 1.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 4.3" 2.5" 1.8" 💧 Light watering
May 4.3" 3.8" 0.5" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4.3" 0" ✅ Rainfall sufficient
Jul 4.3" 3" 1.3" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3.3" 1" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 2.4" 1.9" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 1.5" 2.8" 🚿 Regular watering
Nov 1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 0.6" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (Apr–Oct in Kiowa County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Lilies Heat Requirements (GDD)

What are Growing Degree Days (GDD)?

Growing Degree Days measure the total warmth your plants receive during the growing season. Think of it as a "heat bank" — every day above 50°F deposits warmth that helps your plants grow.

Each plant needs a certain amount of accumulated heat to mature. If your county provides more GDD than the plant needs, it's a great fit. If it's close, you may want to choose faster-maturing varieties or start seeds indoors to get a head start.

Lilies needs ~1,734 GDD — county provides 3,485 GDD Excellent fit

Lilies Planting Timeline — Kiowa County, KS

Lilies Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 22 Apr 22 – May 6
Bloom July 1 Jul 1 – Oct 7

Plant 5" deep · 12" apart · Rows 18" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Transplant Outdoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June
July Bloom
August Bloom
September Bloom
October Bloom
November
December
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Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

1"/week · 2-3 times/week

📅 Days to Maturity

70–120 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–6.5 · Your soil: too_alkaline

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

📆 Growing Season

191 days in Kiowa County

Growing Tips for Lilies in Kiowa County

Direct sow Lilies outdoors after April 15 in Kiowa County when soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.

General growing tips

Plant bulbs in fall (preferred, September–October) or spring, setting them 3 times their diameter deep (typically 4–6 inches) with the pointed end up. Lilies need excellent drainage — they will rot in wet or heavy clay soils. Site with full sun on stems and blooms but cool, shaded soil at the base (ground cover or shallow-rooted annuals at their feet is ideal). Remove spent blooms but leave stems and foliage until they yellow naturally, as the bulb needs the foliage to photosynthesize and rebuild energy stores. Red lily beetle is a serious pest in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest; inspect plants regularly and hand-pick adults and larvae. Never plant Oriental or Asiatic lilies near cats — all Lilium species are highly toxic to cats. Year 2+ bulbs produce the most stems and largest blooms.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lilies in Kiowa County, KS?

Kiowa County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Lilies planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Kiowa County, KS?

Kiowa County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 23.

When should I plant Lilies in Kiowa County County, ?

In Kiowa County County, , plant Lilies after the last frost (around April 15) and before the first frost (around October 23). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Kiowa County County, for Lilies?

Kiowa County County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Lilies grows reliably in zones 3a through 9a, so it's a good fit here.

Can Lilies grow in Kiowa County County's climate?

Yes — Lilies grows well in Kiowa County County's temperate climate. Kiowa County County averages a 191-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 15 and first frost around October 23.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Kiowa County, KS. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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