When to plant Spinach in Scott County, KS
For Spinach in Scott County, the safe spring window opens around April 11 and closes around May 2. Last expected frost is April 25, first fall frost October 15, giving a 173-day growing season. A second sowing from August 6 to August 20 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Spinach in Scott County, KS
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.
Scott County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 25 and the first fall frost is October 15, giving you a growing season of approximately 173 days.
At an elevation of 1,044 feet, Scott County receives approximately 25.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Spinach during the growing season.
Scott County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Spinach Planting Timeline — Scott County, KS
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 25 | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Direct Sow | April 11 | Apr 11 – May 2 |
| Harvest | May 30 | May 30 – Aug 1 |
| Fall Sowing | August 6 | Aug 6 – Aug 20 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing 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
Needs 6.5–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
173 days in Scott County
Growing Tips for Scott 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
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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 Scott County, KS?
Scott County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 25. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Scott County, KS?
Scott County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 25 and first fall frost is October 15.
When should I plant Spinach in Scott County, KS?
In Scott County, KS, plant Spinach after the last frost (around April 25) and before the first frost (around October 15). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Scott County, KS for Spinach?
Scott County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Spinach grows reliably in zones 2a through 10b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Spinach grow in Scott County's climate?
Yes — Spinach grows well in Scott County's temperate climate. Scott County averages a 173-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 25 and first frost around October 15.
Your Scott County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Scott County (Zone 6a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.